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I have no interest in using this space to argue the partisan issues or perspectives of the current national health care issue.
What I would like to talk with you about is whether fair and affordable health care for everyone is something that followers of Christ should be concerned about.
Are we responding with the wisdom of our Lord? Or are we entangled with the rest of the nation in the current bitter political, partisan, stalemate? Are we among those who think party loyalty and talking points are a way of promoting the interests of our God?
“Where is the wisdom and heart of Christ showing up in this current debate?”
What if our people refused to play into the party struggle for power, and instead urged both sides to work together for the people they serve rather than for the deep pockets who are still trying to buy the outcome– one way or the other?
Do we know the truth? Is health care already accessible to all, as some claim? Is the problem simply that those who don’t have care have chosen to spend their money on expensive cars or television sets rather than on expensive health insurance? Are too many of our fellow citizens going into bankruptcy and losing their homes because of not being able to pay medical bills? Are other countries providing national health care in a way that is more humane?
What I’d like to hear at this point is an honest discussion that would show we are (1) listening to all sides, (2) concerned about those who need help, (3) and deeply troubled about partisan solutions that we would never want for those we love…
Are we praying the way followers of Christ have been taught to pray, i.e. as Paul suggests, ” I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. As you make your requests, plead for God’s mercy upon them, and give thanks. 2 Pray this way for kings and all others who are in authority, so that we can live in peace and quietness, in godliness and dignity. 3 This is good and pleases God our Savior (2Tim 2:1-3 NLT).
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