It's that time again .... election time. Every four years in the USA, we are called upon as citizens to select our leaders (the President and Vice President). At the same time, we will be electing Congressmen and Senators, Governors and a host of other civic leaders. Ballot initiatives will be decided too.
It's important that we do our part. As a Christian and a citizen, we are obligated to do what Jesus said to do:
"Render to Caesar -- and to God" -- I know HE was speaking in reference to paying taxes, but I believe it applies to our duty to Vote. The choice is ours to make.
Our nation is at a crossroads - this is a critical decision. Our economy is deeply in trouble -- unemployment is at record highs -- people are hurting and losing hope that anything will change for the better. The world is a dangerous place, with people who hate America doing all they can to destroy us. Israel is in the cross hairs of their enemies as well. We badly need the right choice for our leader.
Paul told Timothy what God expects us to do:
The first thing I want you to do is pray. Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know. Pray especially for rulers and their governments to rule well so we can be quietly about our business of living simply, in humble contemplation. This is the way our Savior God wants us to live.
(II Timothy 2:1-3 in the Message)
I've heard some people say that they didn't think their vote counts, so why vote? I believe that to NOT vote is a vote, and NOT the answer. Every vote counts.
It's our duty to PRAY and to VOTE. I plan to do my part and trust God for the results to be right! I plan to pray for our leaders too that God will guide them into the future, and that they will honor Him in every thing they say and do. Will you join me?
What do you think? What do you plan to do?
