Illegal Immigrants.
We all have our views about them. I'd like to share mine and back up my beliefs with what the bible teaches.Which, if your a christian, should determine your outlook on everything.
The topic of illegal immigration is always a sticky subject. Because, on one hand, they are here illegally, and using our tax dollars while doing so. But on the other hand they are also God's children. We've all heard "Love your neighbor as yourself" and "Love your enemies, Pray for those who persecute you" at least a million times. But those two verses mean everyone, not just people who are in your country legally. You might be also thinking "well the bible also says not to break the law, but they still do!" I dare you to check out Levitus 19:33-34.
"Do not take advantage of foreigners who live among you in your land.The stranger who dwells among you shall be to you as one born among you, and you shall love him as yourself; for you were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God."
WOW. If that doesnt give you an answer i'm not sure what will. And since these foriegners are already here, and theres nothing you can do about it, shouldn't we treat them kindly anyways?
And even if you aren't a christian, you should still agree, everyone deserves respect.
~Stacy Partin
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
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