I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Top 10 Reasons Why Borders are Biblical - Part 2

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Dec 30, 2025
Borders are essential for safety, reflecting human nature's flaws. The discussion tackles biblical perspectives on immigration, emphasizing the difference between legal and illegal immigration. Frank argues that enforcing laws prevents harm, such as trafficking, while unchecked immigration can destabilize nations. He highlights the government's duty to prioritize its citizens and the importance of exporting American values. Compassion, he asserts, must align with justice, suggesting that America can best help the world by maintaining controlled immigration.
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Different Commands For Government And Individuals

  • The Bible assigns different commands to governments and individuals, so passages must be applied by context.
  • Treating government as if it should 'turn the other cheek' misapplies biblical roles and undermines justice.
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Use STOP To Interpret Biblical Passages

  • Use the STOP method to interpret Scripture: Situation, Type, Object, Prescriptive vs. Descriptive.
  • Misreading literary type or audience leads to wrong applications on immigration and policy.
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Old Testament Differentiates Legal And Illegal

  • The Old Testament distinguishes sojourners who entered legally from foreigners who entered illegally.
  • The Bible does not grant illegal immigrants an automatic right to remain in a nation not their own.
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