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In this episode, Pastor John interviews Pastor Rene about the immigration crisis and the topic of amnesty. They discuss the current situation at the border, the process of filing for asylum, and the temporary amnesty available to immigrants. They also address the propaganda and false promises being spread through social media, particularly targeting immigrants from Venezuela. The conversation explores the biblical perspective on amnesty and the government’s role in addressing immigration issues. They emphasize the importance of showing compassion and love to all individuals, regardless of their legal status.

Takeaways

  • Understanding the process of filing for asylum and the temporary amnesty available to immigrants
  • Recognizing the propaganda and false promises being spread through social media
  • Considering the biblical perspective on amnesty and the government’s role in addressing immigration issues
  • Showing compassion and love to all individuals, regardless of their legal status
Talking Points:
  • Governments have a responsibility to protect their citizens and ensure law and order. 
  • The Bible has multiple passages that call for the equal application of justice.  We are not to give preferential treatment to the rich or to the poor. Proverbs 24:24-25, Leviticus 19:15 
  • Although the government has a responsibility to elevate the needs of its citizens, Christians are called to love our neighbors as ourselves.  Our neighbors are anyone we come into contact with, as evidenced by the parable of the good Samaritan. 
Discussion:
  1. How does the biblical principle of justice apply to the amnesty debate for illegal immigrants? 
  2. Do we find examples in the Bible of situations where rules were broken and the person wasn’t condemned?  What are some of the underlying factors in those stories?  Should we take that into consideration when looking at immigration laws? 
  3. What are practical ways we can love our neighbor as ourselves?  
  4. How did Jesus define who our neighbor is in the parable of the good Samaritan? Does that expand your view of who your neighbor is? 
  5. Is the argument, “you’re breaking up a family” a valid reason to be against deportation? Why or why not? 
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