How Should the Christian Teacher Relate to Politics and Social Issues?
Does Adventist education have a social obligation? In addressing this issue, Christ's example and teaching and Ellen G. White's example as a social reformer are discussed. Christians face the dilemma of "dual citizenship", belonging to the kingdom of God and a kingdom of this world. Historical trends are presented. Social gospel, secular ecumenism, diaconia, theology of hope, and theology of liberation are current trends in the greater church involvement in socio-political questions. The kingdom of God on earth concept and the evangelism and social responsibility relationship are examined. With circumspection, the Christian teachers should show social concern.
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Free
Publication Date:
1984
Author:
Bert B Beach
Publisher:
The Journal of Adventist Education 12501 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, MD 20904-6600 | Phone: 301 680 5069 Email: goffc@gc.adventist.org URL: https://www.journalofadventisteducation.org/ |
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Language:
English
Resource Type:
Internet Resources; Published Articles & Papers
Resource Objective:
Development & Training
Level:
Grade 9-Lifelong
Audience:
Administrator / Leader, Teacher / Faculty
Religious Origin:
Seventh-day Adventist