by Rick Lowe
Dr. Myles Munroe was recently quoted in the press lamenting the dearth in political leadership in the country and he allegedly intimated that he might consider entering politics.
An accomplished author and preacher, Dr. Munroe is an excellent public speaker that can motivate people.
But politics?
Not to deny him that right should he so choose, but other than the use of psychology to keep their political or religious troops in check, it seems there should be a wide ethical chasm between politics and religion.
Mind you, other local preachers have attempted to make an impact in politics without much success. Rev. Neil Ellis gets involved with outlandish statements from time to time and Rev C.B. Moss got directly involved as a prospective candidate. So maybe Dr. Munroe thinks he can jump in and succeed where they have failed?
Tertullian, the ancient Christian Latin writer said, "Nothing is more foreign to us Christians than politics."
Can Dr. Munroe parlay his skills in the pulpit and obvious success with his church, Bahamas Faith Ministries, into votes and a seat in the "Honourable" House of Assembly?
Maybe we will find out in the not too distant future.
Even though I'm not a Christian, somehow I think a "Man of the Cloth" should avoid the lions den of politics. Both politics and religion are important to society but I think they are better suited at keeping each other in check.
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