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In a nation torn in two by the strife of the Civil War, some dared to question whether Christians could participate in the killing. In 1863, soon after the Battle of Gettysburg, John M. Brenneman wrote to explain Anabaptist convictions against participation in warfare. He began by explaining that a true Christian is one who follows Christ's example, who is obedient to Christ, and who is filled with the Spirit of Christ. Having established this definition, he used it to show that war is completely inconsistent with a Christian profession. The life of peace, love, and nonresistance is the life of obedience and following Jesus, and the only way of living which is truly spiritual. War and peace; sword and cross; world and Christ. Which will we choose?

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This volume will serve well the current generation of those who want to follow Jesus, together. -Leonard Gross Director Emeritus, Mennonite Church Archives

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Andrew V. Ste. Marie is an Anabaptist author and historian. He has authored or coauthored three books, including his most recent title, Grounded Upon God's Word: The Life and Labors of Jakob Ammann. His articles have appeared in several publications, including Mennonite Quarterly Review, Creation Research Society Quarterly, Plain Things, Creation Matters, Anabaptist Voice, and The Heartbeat of The Remnant. He has served as a historical reviewer for TGS International; is a member of the Mennonite Historical Society; and was Editor of The Witness for over fifteen years. He lives with his family in Michigan and is a member of Lenawee Mennonite Church.

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