Hiring a day laborer, or some other person in need, feels like it's in the spirit of the Bible verse I quoted earlier about treating the stranger just as you would a natural citizen. And also loving him as you would yourself. I gave an example of that earlier in the thread.What is meant by depending on the context? In what context would you not hire someone who is not compliant with US immigration law? If, because of being in Jesus Kingdom, we as employers are not required to abide by immigration laws and by extension, tax withholding laws, there really should be no problem hiring those who are not compliant.
How did Jesus disciple the centurion? Or Paul the jailer? Or Paul Agrippa? Or Peter the centurion? Were they called out first?As it relates to advocating for Kingdom values to be implemented by government officials, doesn't it seem a bit strange to be telling them, in essence, to remain in those positions so that they can implement Kingdom values so that the world becomes a better place, rather than appealing to them to get out of those positions and inviting them to join us in the Kingdom of Jesus? If we want them to implement Kingdom values, then why not get ourselves elected so that we can more effectively push for those values to be implemented in earthly governing?
I think you are making a distinction without a difference. Let's just focus on implementation of Kingdom values and the sorting will occur...as the discipleship lands.
There is more than one way to live out Jesus teachings. Mennos went to CPS and in the Civil War paid sub taxes. Quakers refused to hire subs or pay a deferment fee. Desmond Doss left a legacy of love and service on the field refusing to carry a gun.