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The two great problems of our society are a lack of conscience and the intentional violence towards those we have rendered socially invisible. David Edwards in these pages renders a powerful moral critique of these two problems and calls readers to maintain their commitment to non-violence, love and truth. The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, president of Repairers of the Breach and co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign What Belongs to God is a testimony that will inspire another generation to find the courage to value all life. There is so much in this book. It is a manual on character, a guide to decision-making, a testimony to the cause of justice and an affirmation of the dedication to serving one's brother and sister in love. Shaykh Ahmed Adur Rashid, founder of The World Community spiritual center in Virginia This book is a wonderful articulation of the spiritual basis of nonviolence. It provided words for some of the spiritual convictions I have held but never have been able to explain adequately. Janaki Spickard Keeler, coordinator of pamphlets at Pendle Hill Quaker center In clear, uncomplicated language, David Edwards takes us on his own life journey following the path of Jesus as peacemaker. As he examines the gospel accounts, he uncovers for readers many meanings or subtleties that go beyond surface understandings. Being a peacemaker in the following of Jesus may be more costly and more inconvenient than one might have imagined. The reader who takes the journey with David Edward will be surprised and challenged. Sister Elaine Prevallet, Sister of Loretto and author of Reflections on Simplicity David Edwards doesn't simply tell a beautiful story in this book, he also provides an inspiring witness to the power and inspiration of one person standing on principles and values against the odds. Those of us who knew him will never cease to be challenged by memories of his uncompromising faithfulness, matched only by an abiding sadness that he is no longer with us. The Rev. Dr. Jan G. Linn, author of Unbinding Christianity, Choosing the Values of Jesus over the Beliefs of the Church It would be difficult to find a more heartfelt, articulate and personal piece of writing focused on the issues surrounding the experience of being a Christian conscientious objector in our society. David Edwards' What Belongs to God speaks to innumerable facets of this important and nuanced topic. He offers a thorough discussion of Biblical quotes and interpretations and speaks of the passionate conviction of his heart's calling to honor God and care for others. By turns uplifting and sobering, David walks the reader through the philosophical and religious challenges he encountered in response to his stance. And he gives us a beautiful view into his years as a nurse's aide in a Boston children's cardiac unit, his civilian alternative service. He shares the sometimes-forceful objections he heard from congregants during his many years in ministry. There's so much to learn here. Open your heart and read carefully. Elizabeth Heaney, MA LPC, author of The Honor was Mine

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