To “disciple all the people groups” (Matthew 28:18–20, translations mine) worldwide, Christians must speak out against all injustices and oppressions, serve and protect the oppressed, and proclaim the “good announcement about Jesus Messiah, Son of God” (Mark 1:1; also vv. 14–15).
A 15th-century depiction of Jesus crucified between the two thieves
That will put us in direct conflict with evil power structures (Matt. 10:16–37).
Therefore, following Jesus requires that we carry our electric chairs / lethal injectors (vv. 37–39).
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