Exercise Your Right to Vote!

 


One week from today, elections will be held across the land.  State Representatives, Governors, Congressional Representatives, and Senators will be elected.  My question to you today is what role does the Christian play in this process?

            First, and foremost, I know full well that my true citizenship is in heaven.  As the old song says “this world is not my home.  I’m just a passing through.” We are also challenged in Romans 12:2 to “not conform any longer to the pattern of this world...”  Therefore, our primary allegiance is to God and His mission.

However, I also know that Romans 13:1 makes it very clear that all government authorities are ordained of God.  So, what should be the role of Christians who are also United States citizens? 

The government that God ordained for us is a representative form of government that gives us the privilege of electing our government leaders beginning with our local councils and Mayors and going all the way up to the highest offices in the land.  In much of the world, voting is not allowed or if it is, the government determines how you must vote.  In contrast, we can vote in secrecy with our decision being known only to us and God and anyone else we choose to share it with.  That is a privilege that should not be taken lightly!

The year that I turned 18 was the first year that 18-year-olds were permitted to vote.  I was thrilled to be able to cast my ballot and have continued to do that in virtually every primary and general election since then.  I consider it not only a privilege but a God-given responsibility.  Why?  Because God ordained a government here that allows me to vote freely, I believe it is my responsibility to uphold that right. 

The only way that we will truly turn this nation around is by changing hearts and moving people toward Christ.  However, by neglecting our right to vote or even discouraging Christians from getting involved in government and politics, we make it that much easier for Satan to strengthen his foothold on this nation.  Jesus said that we are the “light of the world”.  To better reflect that light, pray for our leaders, ask God for guidance in selecting new ones, and don’t neglect the voting privilege that God has given us. 

On November 8th, I’ll be leaving my porch to cast my ballot.  I hope you will join me.

Romans 12: 1, 2 & Romans 13: 1 - 5

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