Relationship Between Church And State

Throughout history the relationship between the church and the state has often determined whether or not a civilization would fall. Roman Expansion and the medieval Crusades are both examples of the significant examples of how the relationships between church and state influences culture. As a result it is important to discuss the optimum relationship is between them. The church and State roles for the most part needs to separated and defined as two distinct realms, this is reflected in Jesus’ statement give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and give to God what is God’s. When the church dominates it leads to power struggle of the ones in charge, who usually end up using it for personal gain. The church cannot control the government because the willingness to follow scripture leads to change of personality whereas being forced to follow it does not. Ultimately, the Church can inspire the State on issues like poverty and social injustice by being lights and inspiring the people to want to follow suit. The church can directly address income …show more content…
The church needs to be separate to keep from giving the few too much power. The church’s mission is eternal and the states life will come to an end. Instead of forcing people to follow scripture, the church can inspire citizens and the church alike by the results of their works. The best way for the two to work together is to have the church influence the state by means of actions and shining light, not necessarily a direct relationship. This is apparent throughout history in the bad of affirmative action and the good of the civil rights