This question was inspired by
"The Church and Homosexual Marriage" thread, but seemed inappropriate to discuss there. So I'm opening a new thread.
Is it OK for people who believe in the bible to live in a country where the government is purely secular, i.e. where "church" is truly separated from "state" ?
I have a very poor bible education, but I grew up Roman Catholic. It's my understanding that it's both important for people of the church to live moral lives, but also to avoid participation in amoral activities / governments. Also, it's important to evangelize--to try and help people know Jesus and God, and to help them move away from their amoral behavior.
How can people of the church participate in an amoral government? How can it be OK to accept a separation of church and state?
Help me understand why I don't understand. Thanks.
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