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JA NUARY
FI R ST BA PTIST C HURC H JEF F ERSON C ITY, MO
If you’re like me, I winced when I realized 2020 is another election year. Accusations, attacks, insults and zealots from all sides wrapping themselves in the twin blankets of the Bible and the flag.
I will:
UPCOMING
· Always show respect for the other person.
Jan 8
During this challenging season, I believe that the Church of Jesus should be providing a radical counter-cultural witness rooted in Jesus’ teaching about loving neighbor as we love ourselves. As I attempt to shepherd us through this coming year, I will be drawing on the resources of “Golden Rule 2020—A Call for Dignity and Respect in Politics.” This movement was begun by a broad coalition of national Christian organizations and is endorsed by people from both major political parties.
· Use precise and truthful language that communicates my views without exaggerating.
This initiative takes seriously Jesus’ command in Matthew 7:12 instructing us to treat others the way we would like to be treated. Here is a sampling of the material: How to apply the Golden Rule to political discussions.
· Listen patiently—especially when there is disagreement.
· Try to understand the experience of the other person and how s/he came to a particular point of view. · Look for areas of mutual agreement. · Pray for the other person and our political leaders. Next month, some “won’ts” for us to consider. And by the way, Happy New Year Grace,
Doyle
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