The Church of Christ & World Powers is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between the Church and human governments, as articulated by David Lipscomb in his 1866 essays. Lipscomb critiques the historical alliances between Christianity and political institutions, arguing that such partnerships often corrupt the Church and compromise its divine mission. He presents three perspectives on the Church’s relationship to the state: alliance for influence (Roman Catholic), subservience to the state (Protestant), and complete separation. Advocating the third view, Lipscomb asserts that human governments originate in rebellion against God and that Christians must remain distinct, submitting only when it does not conflict with divine law. This work challenges believers to reflect on their allegiance to Christ’s Kingdom over worldly powers.
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The Church of Christ & World Powers is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between the Church and human governments, as articulated by David Lipscomb in his 1866 essays. Lipscomb critiques the historical alliances between Christianity and political institutions, arguing that such partnerships often corrupt the Church and compromise its divine mission. He presents three perspectives on the Church’s relationship to the state: alliance for influence (Roman Catholic), subservience to the state (Protestant), and complete separation. Advocating the third view, Lipscomb asserts that human governments originate in rebellion against God and that Christians must remain distinct, submitting only when it does not conflict with divine law. This work challenges believers to reflect on their allegiance to Christ’s Kingdom over worldly powers.
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