On Monday I mentioned having read and signed the Manhattan Declaration. It’s a well-written document that helps resource believers in the critical conversation going on in our nation today. However, there’s one thing we must never forget, our message is not about Moralism. Our message is to forever be the Gospel. Jesus took the place of punishment I deserved on that cross. He took my evil self-centered nature of sin upon Himself and underwent the most excruciating death so God could forgive my sin. In that great exchange I was given the righteousness of Christ (Colossians 2:13-14; 2 Cor 5:21). Halleluiah! It’s an amazing story that should evoke humility and gratitude in the heart of everyone who believes. This is Christianity’s Declaration.

I truly appreciate all that has been written in the Manhattan Declaration and that it is written with respect, humility, conviction and resolve. It’s sad the MD had to be written for this country at this time but I’m grateful for the opportunity to have signed such a document.

Not all Christians believe they should sign this document. Below are the thoughts of others who disagree. I have posted their thoughts to help you form your own opinion.

John MacArthur http://www.gty.org/Resources/Articles/A390

James White http://www.aomin.org/aoblog/index.php?itemid=3643