When the Wise Men Refused to Collaborate With Empire: This brief essay revisits the interesting story of the Three Wise Men and their decision not to comply with Herod, his commands, and his aims. Students can explore the two-kingdoms issues, related Biblical content such as Daniel, and how Christians can respond. See also “Freeing Freedom for the Neighbor” by Leopold Sanchez and “Widerstand: Luther and the Freedom to Resist Unjust Authority” by Matthew Phillips.
