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Test everything
Scripture calls believers to test everything and hold fast to what is good (1 Thessalonians 5:21). In civic life, that means examining claims before sharing them, checking primary sources, and distinguishing facts from interpretation, moral principle, and partisan spin.
Source tiers
Kingdom Civics ranks sources: Tier 1 official records and direct statements carry the most weight. Tier 2 reputable journalism and academic work matter but require verification. Tier 3 social media outrage carries the least weight. When a claim matters, trace it to the original document.
Honest uncertainty
Faithful discernment admits what we do not know. Kingdom Civics surfaces uncertainty and counter-evidence rather than forcing conclusions. A leader's faith, worth, or standing before God is never inferred from party affiliation or a single vote.
Kingdom Lens can help
Ask Kingdom Lens civic questions with Scripture and source links. Use it to learn, not to win arguments. Verify every important claim using the linked original sources—especially before voting or advocating publicly.
Discuss together
- How does “Test everything” apply where God has placed you?
- How does “Source tiers” apply where God has placed you?
- How does “Honest uncertainty” apply where God has placed you?
- What would it look like to pray 1 Timothy 2:1–2 for a named office this week?