| Every follower of Jesus Christ is under obligation to make the will of Christ supreme in his own life and in human society. The means and methodology employed in efforts to improve society and to promote the advancement of righteousness among men can only be truly permanently, gently, effective when they are built upon the foundation of the regeneration of individuals which is obtained by the saving grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ. The Christian ought to oppose , in the Spirit and example of Christ, every form of greed, selfishness, vice, and debauchery. In contrast the Christian has a duty to work to provide for those who are orphaned, the aged, those who are impoverished, the infirm, and those who are legitimately helpless to improve their circumstances of life. Every follower of Christ ought to be mindful of opportunity to bring industry, government,and society as a whole under the guidance of the principles of righteousness, truth, and compassion for others. To promote these ends Christians should be willing to work toward the betterment of society while always being careful to act in the spirit of love without compromising their loyalty and faithfulness to Jesus Christ and His truth. |