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- By AARON CHIYANZO

A OI in ormation or actions that romote hate, envy, tribalism, social segregatio­n or other vices that do not romote human dignity, ew A ostolic Church ambia district a ostle ububa Soko has advised

And Apostle Soko advised Zambians not to take the law into their hands following the spate of gassings and mob justice that have rocked the country.

In a message to members of the church on incidences of gassing and attacks on citizens, Apostle Soko said those that hurt or mistreat others were not to be physically harmed by citizens, but rather deserve sympathy and prayer as they were victims of the influence of evil.

He said Christians should never respond to violence with violence.

postle oko said while taking precaution­s to protect themselves, citizens should not resort to misinforma­tion, retaliatio­n or other related actions that the Lord does not expect of humanity.

He advised church members to take necessary precaution­s, at all times, to ensure safety for themselves, their loved ones and community.

Apostle Soko also advised members to take seriously the guidance and instructio­ns given by the authoritie­s.

“When provoked or exposed to danger, make an urgent report to the police or community leaders; Do not join groups of crowds that show hostile tendencies and hate towards fellow human beings and avoid being alone in isolated places,” he said.

Apostle Soko advised members to try as much as possible to be with people they know or trust when out of homes and not to speak on behalf of the community unless authorised to do so. “Leave all communicat­ion to the authoritie­s. Report suspicious persons or activities to the authoritie­s. Do not

When provoked or exposed to danger, make an urgent report to the police or community leaders; Do not join groups of crowds that show hostile tendencies and hate towards fellow human beings.

confront suspicious persons yourself and ensure what you say does not inflame the emotions of those around you or your community,” he advised.

And Apostle Soko ordered church leaders to reschedule the timing for the services to times earlier than the usual time and ensure services were conducted in the shortest time possible to enable members get home early.

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