The Christmas season is a time of reflection for many Christians. As millions across the world mark the birth of Jesus’ death, it is also a time for those of faith to examine their beliefs and the reason for the season.
In her latest article for Newsmax, the leader of CCATDP examines how some of these questions and observations caused her to reevaluate her stance on the death penalty.
From the article:
“There were other inconsistencies as well. In James 2:10 the Bible says that all sins are equal. In Romans 3:23 the Bible says that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. And in Romans 6:23 the Bible says that the wages of sin is death. So if we have all sinned, all sin is equal in God’s eyes, and the wages of that sin is death, all of humanity would receive a death sentence were it not for Jesus’ sacrifice. I am no better than a murderer and neither is anyone else.”
“I am covered by grace, and since I am called to follow in Jesus’ footsteps, I too am to extend grace. I’ve worked around the criminal justice system long enough now to see the power of God move in countless lives. I know that no person is too far gone for Him to reach and recover, and I’ve seen the astounding ways He can move through a redeemed person’s life and testimony — both in and out of jail.”
“We celebrate life by recognizing the inherent value in all people and we celebrate Jesus’ birth by recognizing his power and ability to redeem at any point.”
Religious beliefs and one’s faith are some of the leading reasons that people turn against the death penalty system and are an important part of any discussion of the system.
