As to the burgeoning controversy within religious society itself, there is a clear line of demarcation between that which falls within the rights and responsibilities of the church and that which should be off limits. The church is intended to be a force for morality in the earth. As such, the church should stand up and speak out on matters of morality and principles of righteousness. However, for churches or religious leaders to give blindly their support to a particular political party is to prostitute their true purpose. Rather than being a servant of a political party or a political personality, it is much better for the church and its leaders to remain the servants of God.
Principles are the firmer ground.
They remain constant. Thus, to stand up and speak out for principles is also the safer ground. Robert E. Henson served previously as Indiana District Youth President and then as a member of the Michigan District Board. He is pastor of South Flint Tabernacle and a speaker in special meetings both in America and overseas. Copyright 2000 United Pentecostal Church International.