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Apostolic Life in the 21st Century

Should Christians Participate in Boycotts?

May 27, 2024
Dr. David K. Bernard discusses whether Christians should boycott companies with policies that contradict a biblical worldview, exploring the ethical considerations, personal conscience, and moral aspects of participating in boycotts while balancing societal influence and perception.
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  • Christians can decide on boycotts based on personal conviction without condemning others with differing views.
  • Dr. Bernard emphasizes the importance of responsible economic participation and distinguishes between direct and indirect support of unethical practices.

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Christian's Decision on Boycott Participation

Christians have the liberty to decide on participating in boycotts based on personal convictions under Romans 14. Dr. Bernard highlights the importance of individual conscience and emphasizes that one should not condemn others with differing views. He suggests that strong boycotts might be warranted if a company directly promotes products or activities contradictory to Christian values, but involvement becomes more nuanced as the connection to questionable practices becomes indirect.

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