Defund the Police is a movement birthed out of recent protests over police brutality and racial oppression. The Bible actually says that paying taxes to support authorities (including law enforcement) is part of our worship to God. Law enforcement must be funded. But that doesn’t mean authorities (including law enforcement) can’t have budgets lowered or raised or funds reallocated.
Scriptures Referenced: Romans 13:3-7
Dr. Dan Jarms is teaching pastor and team leader at Faith Bible Church in Spokane Washington, as well as associate dean at The Master's Seminary in Spokane. He has been married for over 30 years to Linda, and has three adult children. He earned his B.A. in English at the Master’s College, B.Ed. at Eastern Washington University, M.Div and D.Min in Expository Preaching at The Master’s Seminary. His other interests include NCAA basketball, woodworking, and art.
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