Finding the Third Option between “Blue Ribbons” and “Yellow Ribbons”
| Pro-government person | baptist | anti-politics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| allegiance to sovereignty | Political power is the master Self is also the Lord |
Christ is Lord Self is not the master |
The people are the master Self is also the Lord |
| government authority | From the establishment must respect |
Divine right of kings need respect |
People's mandate No need to respect |
| act with consideration | regime intention Comply with government decisions |
God's will truth determines action |
people's will Based on public opinion |
| Execution of government orders | Submit and accept Efforts to cooperate and implement |
Need to judge Is it in line with God’s will? |
Need to judge In the interests of the people? |
| community relations | Integration of institutions Fight for the favor of the regime Invest in organizational activities |
Faith first Isolate unjust activities Work hard to be salt and light |
Throw into the crowd win people's support Do what the people want |
| The pursuit of goals | Regime stability Leaders benefit from it |
eternal reward The Lord is glorified |
promote democracy people benefit from it |
| social justice | realized in this world driven by the regime |
eschatological realization Sovereign judgment by God |
realized in this world derived from democracy |
| Go against civil orders | loyal support Support even if you disagree |
face softly Express your opinions respectfully |
fierce resistance fearless to condemn |
| unjust regime | Accept the status quo strive for internal improvement |
perseverance Leave the road ahead to the Lord |
fight hard Rebellion and overthrow |
| fight for democracy | Not necessarily supported Depends on the attitude of the regime Democracy may harm interests |
relatively supportive For a more righteous system Process is more important than result |
Strongly support Democracy is a must Try your best to succeed |