Of course! Constitutionally, everyone has the right to petition the government. From a general moral standpoint, you also have a right to make your voice heard.
Nay, shouldn't it demand that the gov't follow the dictates of God?
"Demand"? No. What consequence do you propose the Church institute should the state not acquiesce to the Church's demands?
States that impose "the dictates of God" on their citizens generally are not very pleasant places to live. Secular authority is of this world. The best we can hope for in terms of secular government is 'King Log'. It is utopian to suggest that the kingdom of God can be implemented in this world. We should continue to try to improve the world, but we should be under no illusions as to the likelihood of our success.
"Demand"? No. What consequence do you propose the Church institute should the state not acquiesce to the Church's demands?
Excommunicate politicians. Stomp its feet. I am not proposing that we return to a state Church, or an intermingling of the two. But I am saying that the Church should realize its position is above the state and act that way. Make demands.
States that impose "the dictates of God" on their citizens generally are not very pleasant places to live. Secular authority is of this world. The best we can hope for in terms of secular government is 'King Log'. It is utopian to suggest that the kingdom of God can be implemented in this world. We should continue to try to improve the world, but we should be under no illusions as to the likelihood of our success.
I don't get "King Log." Your last sentence is a keeper.
SD