Politics
November 4, 2008
I'm Voting for God
Today, more than ever, is a very crucial time in the history of our nation. We need to step forward and cast our votes. It’s our great opportunity to step out of our comfort zones and stand for what we believe in.
What a blessing we have as citizens of the United States to be a part in restoring this nation back to what it used to be, a place overflowing with milk and honey, favored by God.
To make a very important decision such as voting for the next President of the United States and what he stands for is not that easy. Personally, it took me awhile to finally decide the leaders to vote for, and the proposed laws to adhere to. Don’t get me wrong. As a Christian, I stand for what is right in the eyes of God. The problem is, what seems right doesn’t always turn the way we like it. That’s why we really have to test the right spirit.
I screened both Presidential candidates much like filtering every bits and pieces of what I’ve seen and heard, threw the bad stuff away and then weighed my options. I admit that at first, I was swayed by the goodness of both sides- basing on charisma, energy, experience, heroism and what they stand for. The desire for a seemingly positive change and how it may affect me was on top of my list. For example, I asked myself how would voting for so and so affect my future retirement, my economic security, my health plan- all concerning me, me and mine. All those were selfish ambitions. Until God nudged me this question, “How about what is right for me?" God sees the big picture. His thoughts are not my thoughts, His ways are not my ways.
So, I will vote for God. I will vote for what pleases Him, morally and biblically speaking.
Prayer:
“Lord, You are a faithful God, keeping Your covenant of love for a thousand generations of those who love You and keep Your commands. Today Lord, give us discernment and wisdom to vote not out of our own self interest and selfish ambition , not to please men but to please You alone. I know that You alone knows what’s best for us. Whoever get elected to the presidential seat may we continue to uphold him to You, and pray for him for it’s Your command for us to submit to our leaders and authorities and the laws of the land. May there be unity and peace in the governing process and help us to return to what You desire for us, Your favored people. Bless this country O God, and heal our land. In Jesus name, Amen.
“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and heal their land.”
2 Chronicles 7:14
Gloria Tiquia
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Bessie, thanks for your very insightful comment. What a great reminder that we can trust GOD ALONE to lead us in every aspect of our lives. His promises never fail. He cares deeply for His people. No human leaders can be so Perfect like HIM. He is after all, our King of Kings.