Nonresistance as a doctrine has practical outworkings. I will show by my practical life, whether or not I believe this doctrine.
Three practical areas:
1. Nonresistance at Home.
- Needs to start here, by having Christ change my heart, then I will not be at war with those around me.
2. Nonresistance in Current Events.
- I need to limit news exposure. Too much will get me involved emotionally in the war.
- I do need to be involved emotionally with suffering Christians. 1 Cor 12:26.
- Is. 36, Propaganda causes my emotions to roller coaster.
3. Nonresistance in Society.
- Matt. 5:36-48 - Christians will be hated and abused by society. Jesus taught how to respond.
Resist not. Give them opportunities to hurt us further.
Never use an instrument or injure the person.
Pray, then try to negotiate or deescalate the situation. Then restrain evil carefully, hold the door shut, or eventually get in the way. Stand between the attacker and the victims you are to protect.
1 John 3:11-17