Trump's refugee ban isn't about national security

The Ban Is Not About National Security Jim Wallis Donald Trump's executive order that bars U.S. entry of all refugees as well as all citizens (with very limited exceptions) of seven Muslim-majority nations is not only a political mistake — it violates essential religious commitments from many of our faith traditions. How we treat “the stranger” or “the other” is central to our faith and, indeed, in our Scriptures is seen as a test of our faith. For Christians, in the 25th chapter of Matthew, Jesus makes clear that how we treat “the stranger” is how we treat him. That’s what the Gospel text says. And the “stranger” means immigrants and refugees — the citizens of other nations living and traveling among us. Therefore, this is a faith issue for us as Christians. Donald Trump’s executive order on “Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States” is in conflict with our Christian faith, and we will oppose it as a matter of faith. Let’s be clear: President Trump’s executive order is not about security. Here's what it's about — READ THE FULL ARTICLE Forward Share Comment ADVERTISEMENT   Our Latest We the People Cannot Be Silent (by JP Keenan) Jesus did not sit idly by in times like these. Neither will we. 5 Spiritual Survival Strategies in the Trump Era (by Wes Granberg-Michaelson) I’ll put it this way: When they go low, we go deep. Dear Donald Trump: Now We're All Activists (by Cindy Brandt) What happens when you are trained to be small and quiet and tend to the needs of others is you can actually hear their voices. Where Is Your Jesus When You Ban Refugees? (by Layton E. Williams) Show me how you justify your stance in light of the Jesus we both follow. ADVERTISEMENT   From the Magazine The Mosquito Manifesto (by Rose Marie Berger) Are we American Christians or Christians in America? Take Action Take the Matthew 25 Pledge! Pledge to stand up for people most at risk under a Trump administration. You'll receive a full suite of free toolkits and organizing resources, as well as access to a network of justice advocates just like you. Take the pledge here! ADVERTISEMENTS Advertise your book with Sojourners! Reach our loyal readership by advertising in Sojourners magazine. Click the link above to learn more about this special, cost-effective advertising opportunity. Know Someone Looking for an Internship? Tell them about Sojourners’ internship program! This intentional year of living and working in the nation’s capital will deepen their sense of justice and direction. DONATE   TELL A FRIEND Unsubscribe or update email preferences Update your contact information Copyright © 2016 Sojourners, All rights reserved. Sojourners | 408 C St. NE | Washington, DC 20002 Email: sojourners@sojo.net | Tel.: 202.328.8842

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