Civil government may employ force for the maintenance of social order and in the execution of justice. [1] Defend oneself fully against aggressor not possessing moral. Mercy ministry is the work of the individual, while judgment and punishment are the responsibilities of social or governmental groups. [2] Scarcity of resources led to conflict and the eventual near extinction of early peace tribes through food raids and land disputes. [3] Jesus chose to forsake self-preservation in order to fulfill his divine purpose of instructing and inspiring the creatures of the universe. [4] Jesus chose to exercise normal watchcare when faced with personal danger, refraining from superhuman intervention in the preservation of his own life. [5] Man's strong self-preservation instinct leads him to trust in a higher power for protection and salvation. [6]
The era of international harmony is ushered in as military branches pass away, signaling the arrival of true self-government in a nearly utopian world of one race, one language, and one religion. [7] Quarantine is spiritual self-defense against spiritual darkness and isolation caused by a rebellious minority. [8] Self-preservation is prioritized after self-maintenance in the security age. [9]