How else will it be run properly? Would you rather have Satan running your country? And your supposed made up Quote is a lie. If you're going to quote Jesus at lease look it up and do it right, citing book and verse and an actual quote, maybe? Jesus never said those words in the KJV of The Bible I assure you!

i dont see anything wrong with it

Yes, it is OK for Christians to be in politics. What often happens is they start compromising things with their beliefs and are no better than those whom do not believe.

No, Jesus wasn't a politician. The primary goal of the Church is not to become a political movement, but a spiritual influence. Romans 12:2 "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."

Rom 13:1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

The Queen is the supreme governor of the Church of England. Be it the Queen is also a Knight of Malta who were an ancient Catholic order. Also, the Holy See has a full legal personality in International law. Also, the Pope is a King, so he crosses the secular role. The House of Lords is made up of priests archbishops and Barons. So whether a Christian decides to involve themselves in politics or not, the religion and secular are clearly entwined. Whether it is a Christian religion is questionable, America is loaded with Roman gods, as is the UK, you have Minerva/Athena on the parliament building, and the founders such as Washington believed in apotheosis. The statue of liberty was originally meant for Egypt and is more than likely the goddess Isis, 33rd degree mason Albert Pike referred to her in his writings. The Washington monument is an obelisk standing inside a vesica pisces, and in the waters is reflected As Above So Below. However the bible states "In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them." The bible calls us ambassadors for Christ, speaking boldly. Devote ourselves to ministry and to prayer.

Why should someone that believes in God be discriminated against? They could still do a political job and believe in God at the same time.

YES a Christian should be involved in politics we do want His words to be in our government after all this country is built on the faith of Christianity. If God is not in it, it will ultimately fail.

Good question Butterflies67. I just saved it in my favorites, so I can get to it a lot quicker. I was looking to hear the other Jehovah's Witness take on politics.

In Matthew 4:8-10 Satan showed Jesus “all of the kingdoms of the world and their glory” then he offered to give them to Jesus if he did an act of worship. How can satan give away something that isn’t his? Psalm 2:2 prophetically describes the “kings of the earth” taking a stand against our Almighty God. Revelation 19 describes “the kings of the earth”, the “wild beast” and the “false prophet” are all grouped together as being misleading and receiving the mark of the beast. These organizations, along those associated with them, will all be hurled into the Lake of fire and sulfur.

"his followers are no part of the world" is not meant to be taken in the literal sense.

No. A Christian should not be involved in Politics. At John 18:36 Jesus said, “My Kingdom is no part of this world.” Jesus was the prospective King of Gods heavenly government. Had Jesus mixed in politics, he would have sacrificed his loyalty to his father’s government. Even Satan the Devil tempted Jesus and offered him all the kingdoms of the world, and their glory. Jesus rejected this political opportunity. Matthew 4:8-10. To learn more, Please visit jworg.

Politics and religion are two separate things and should be kept separate. I personally prefer not to discuss either.

Number one: If you mean an individual who follows the Christian religion, then absolutely. Everyone should be free to become involved in politics, as it is governance and policy that affects everyone. Number two: If you mean whether the Christian Church itself should be involved in politics, then also yes, but perhaps in a limited way. I do not believe that a government in this day and age would be successful is it was led solely by faith.

This is a great question. First, Jesus Christ said of his followers: “They are no part of the world, just as I am no part of the world.” (John 17:14) Jehovah’s Witnesses take this principle seriously. Being “no part of the world,” they are neutral in the political affairs of the world.​—John 18:36. Second, the apostle Paul referred to himself as an “ambassador” representing Christ to the people of his day. (Ephesians 6:20; 2 Corinthians 5:20) Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that Christ Jesus is now the enthroned King of God’s heavenly Kingdom, and they, like ambassadors, must announce this to the nations. (Matthew 24:14; Revelation 11:15) Ambassadors are expected to be neutral and not to interfere in the internal affairs of the countries to which they are sent. As representatives of God’s heavenly Kingdom, Jehovah’s Witnesses feel a similar obligation not to interfere in the politics of the countries where they reside. A third factor to consider is that those who have a part in voting a person into office may become responsible for what he does. (Compare 1 Timothy 5:22, The New English Bible.) Christians have to consider carefully whether they want to shoulder that responsibility. Fourth, Jehovah’s Witnesses greatly value their Christian unity. (Colossians 3:14) When religions get involved in politics, the result is often division among their members. In imitation of Jesus Christ, Jehovah’s Witnesses avoid becoming involved in politics and thus maintain their Christian unity.​—Matthew 12:25; John 6:15; 18:36, 37. Fifth and finally, their keeping out of politics gives Jehovah’s Witnesses freeness of speech to approach people of all political persuasions with the important message of the Kingdom.​—Hebrews 10:35. For more information on this subject please visit jworg

Politics and religion should be kept separate, but religious people needn't be forbidden to get involved with politics as long as they keep them separate.

Should they be involved in debating the subject? I think my time can be better spent on something positive. Thank you all for the insight.

Yes, as long as they remember to keep religion and politics separate.

Yes, it is every ones responsibility to not only Worship God, but be vehemently involved with the lives of there friends and neighbors. This includes being responsible for voicing scriptural guidelines in all everyday matters. If only non Christian people are involved in political discussion, than only non Christian beliefs will be the ultimate outcome of said discussion. How would you expect to have governing bodies implement policy from a Christian standpoint if Christians do not speak up in the name of God and his Word, the Bible? The Jehovah's witnesses are extremely lacking in this area. the reason they do not have any say in Political discussion, is that when things are bad politically they can say "well we had nothing to do with that". That is a cop out. Just like Canadians that live in America and retain Canadian citizenship. They enjoy all of the gifts and freedoms of America, yet have no responsibility to contribute.

Politics should not be based on religion. The two are toxic enough separately, but much worse together.

He did say that, and it appears in contradiction to Romans 13 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. For he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not carry the sword in vain. He is God’s servant, an agent of retribution to the wrongdoer. Therefore it is necessary to submit to authority, not only to avoid punishment, but also as a matter of conscience. This is also why you pay taxes. For the authorities are God’s servants, who devote themselves to their work. Pay everyone what you owe him: taxes to whom taxes are due, revenue to whom revenue is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due. Which is probably why the House of Lords bishops are involved in decision making. (Just realised this is an old question)

In the Catholic Church, a priest would not serve in that capacity though Fr Drinan did. But a Christian must be involved in Politics as a citizen. you are only one person so your citizenship and spiritual self are one.

Pontius Pilate asked Jesus: “Are you the King of the Jews?” Perhaps the governor feared that Jesus could cause political unrest, a principal concern throughout Pilate’s rule. Jesus answered: “My Kingdom is no part of this world.” (John 18:36) He would not get involved in politics, for his Kingdom was to be a heavenly one. Members of a political party favoring Rome, approached Jesus. They wanted to force him to take a political position. They asked if the Jews should pay taxes to Rome. Jesus’ response: “‘Why do you put me to the test? Bring me a denarius to look at.’ They brought one. And he said to them: ‘Whose image and inscription is this?’ They said to him: ‘Caesar’s.’ Jesus then said: ‘Pay back Caesar’s things to Caesar, but God’s things to God. He carefully established both the boundary of Caesar and that of God. Jesus did not start a campaign to rid the world of injustices, although some tried hard to get him embroiled in the controversial issues of the day. Clearly, as these examples show, Jesus refused to get involved in political affairs. So no, a Christian would not be involved in politics.

If you're not involved in politics, your right to your Christianity will soon disappear. The left is working daily, diligently to remove free speech and assembly. They want mob rule, intimidation, and totalitarianism to reign.

You tell me...should those priests and archbishops obey the law, or not? Given that they are BY LAW part of the House of Lords, should they use their authority and influence in the attempt to better the nation...or should they just let the irreligious do whatever they like, while the bishops and archbishops doing nothing - despite having the authority and influence to do so - to make their nation a better place? . . . . Hint: this is a no-brainer for a sincere and devout Christian.

Of course we shouldn’t like you Stated Jesus said his followers are no part of the world and getting into politics is being part of the world. Also when people brought political topics to Jesus he avoided it and didn’t take sides.

There is a fine line between participating in politics to the point of meddling in the affairs of the world. And supporting God and law and order and casting your vote. God has given you one vote it would be very poor stewardship not to use that vote. But a Christian's duty lies in supporting God and God's people and that's very hard to do if you're sitting at a desk planning military strategy of who to conquer or who not to conquer or her to permit in your country or who not to permit in your country. The affairs of politics are best left alone. Set your example personally and let other people see your fine example. If God calls you to run for president or governor by all means do that because the Bible says it is God that places our rulers in our relative positions.

Anyone, of any persuasion, can be involved in politics. The primary concern is preventing people from attempting to impose their religious beliefs on others via legislation, but if they avoid that, they should be welcomed in politics.