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Originally Posted by MissBrattified
Last word before I REALLY have to dash:
IMO, this illustrates the difficulty of Christians being involved in politics. Our first allegiance is to God's Word. When and if scripture and biblical principles part ways with politics, conservative or otherwise, logical or not, we have an obligation to act Christlike. The pastor has taken a political stance, which will probably conflict with his ability to show compassion at some point and time. I do understand his position, I don't disagree with his vote, but I do think he is unwise to participate.
Bottom line: I don't think Jesus--or Paul--would have reported someone for being on the wrong side of a border. Ergo, I don't feel the need to do that, no matter what our present laws might require of me. Would I report an illegal immigrant? No. Not for that reason alone. They'd have to do something to endanger me, my family or my community before I would see that as a viable option.
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How will this law conflict with his ability to be "Christlike" to ALL the members of his flock?
The law places no burden upon "pastors" nor upon anyone outside of law enforcement agencies within the state of Arizona. If you are not a sworn member of some local or state law enforcement agency - the law doesn't even place you within its scope.