Introduction

*** NoteThis article is reposted from www.biblicalselfdefense.com. This is not an original work of SSM and full credit is give to the authors at that website.)

This study examines the Biblical view of self-defense. We're looking at questions such as, Is it right to employ lethal force to protect the life of yourself and others? Is it right to take measures that might kill an attacker who is wrongfully threatening your life or the life of another?

Whether you are a school, a church, a business, etc. you may at some point have asked yourself "Should I arm my staff? Should I arm my teachers, my ushers, my secretary...?

It is a tricky question. It is loaded with all kinds of emotions and taboos and conflicts. You might even feel like a bad person for asking yourself the question. It is an incredibly complex subject.

You are a principal, a pastor, a business owner, or the head of your family wondering this to yourself. Normally you could ask advice from your network, your friends, or people you trust. But for some reason, this question, this is one you are not sure who to trust with the answer.