Christians hold various perspectives on the use of “The Sword” – that is, employing the use of physical force against “evildoers” in various contexts of life here on this fallen planet, Earth. If one desires to arrive at a truly biblical perspective for oneself, it requires instruction from the Holy Spirit through a great deal of Scripture study. What distinguishes the various perspectives has to do with one’s understanding of what Scripture has to say about the following issues relating to Jesus & The Sword:
- Authority
- Power
- “Love Your Enemies”
- “Punish Evildoers”
- Christian Cops & Soldiers?
- “Just War” Theory
- Law Enforcement
- Legitimate Self-Defense
- “Vengeance is Mine
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