Self-Defense and Christ Followers – Greg Albrecht

Question: We are seeing an increase in criminal activity in the area of the United States in which my family and friends live.  I don't own a firearm.   My wife thinks I should have a handgun to defend the family should criminals attempt to enter our home and place the lives of family members at risk. I know Jesus protected Israel before the people rejected his rule in favor of human kings...so they could be like other nations. I have no desire to follow the crowd. I want our Father's will to be done. My family strives to yield to Christ's authority over our lives, to yield to the Holy Spirit for understanding in all matters. I ...