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Doodley

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3. Yes, it is valid to use quotes, because it is about values.
Fri Oct 12, 2018, 09:24 AM
Oct 2018

Do they believe in the values of Jesus as told by the New Testament? Yes or no? You do not have to believe in Jesus to understand that the stories about him are parables to give examples of how we should treat others.

Do they believe that they should try to embrace those values or not?

Do Evangelicals agree with Jesus that we should cross the road to help others in need, like the good Samaritan? If so, they should believe that we should go out of our way to help others in need.

Do they believe it is harder for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God than for a camel to enter through the eye of a needle? If so, they should reject excessive wealth and Trump's boastful claims.

Grill them about each lesson we can learn from the stories and quotes of Jesus, and how they have applied those values to their lives or their political beliefs.


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