It’s comical that I’m even attempting a post that refers to politics. Because these days, I’m the last to know about nearly every single world event that takes place.
But with our state primaries on my mind, I asked my man the other morning, “Do you think that Jesus would vote?” Because I’m curious as to what He thinks about all of this political chatter.
I mean, I’m SO thankful for my country. And I definitely feel a heavy indebtedness to those who have laid down their lives to protect its freedoms. But I can’t help but ponder my God’s perspective. Because He’s infinitely bigger than any election.
Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, to whom belong wisdom and might. He changes times and seasons; he removes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding;he reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him.
Daniel 2:20-22
I’ve decided to do two things. I will vote and I will pray.
I will head to my town courthouse today to vote my personal convictions. But I refuse to hate those who disagree with me. And I refuse to live in fear if things don’t go as I think they “should.” Because He didn’t give me a spirit of fear. (2 Timothy 1:7) He gives His peace.
So I will vote but I will also pray. I will pray for His will to be done because His ways are not our ways. (Matthew 6:9-13) He knows how to lift His name high in the hearts of His children. He knows how to make Himself known to the ones who claim to follow Him. He can be trusted.
My God reigns. He will absolutely accomplish His plans. So regardless of how things go — whether you or I “win” or “lose” — let’s remember who rules. No one down here can shake Him off His throne.
Fill me, Lord…
How does fear tempt you at times when it comes to national unrest?
Do you think Jesus would vote? (Just asking.)
Be aware of what the bill actually does. Same sex marriage will still be illegal whether the bill passes or not. The bill will take away benefits for families and children who are in heterosexual relationships, I believe the number is around 200,000 NC families that will lose their health care benefits because NC will only acknowledge marriages and not domestic relationships. This bill in no way affects the legality of gay marriage, that is already illegal by NC laws.
For those not in NC, April is referring to a proposed bill that amends the definition of marriage to be between one man and one woman. Just wanted to clarify for those not in my state.
Thanks for sharing that, April. I think it is vital we know the ramifications to both sides of the issue. And then we need to individually pray for wisdom. (Sorry, I don’t feel led to personally make this post an issue of sides. Just an issue of seeking God’s direction and trusting His outworking in our nation.) Thanks!
You ask an interesting question. I had pretty much made up my mind to not vote. I was tired of regretting my vote. When telling a friend this she begged me to reconsider. “OK”, I said, “convince me”. She then went on to explain that my vote only had to be for the best candidate on the ticket. I was not given an opportunity to personally place the candidates, but I was accountable for my vote in the election. God places authorities in power and He allowed the particular candidates to be on the ballot, and all I could do was my best for Him.
Wow, I never thought of it that way and now I will sadly go to the poll and choose the lesser of two evils to run this country.
But, that is OK because I serve the one who will overcome, again, in the end! I refuse to live in fear because He is my joy.
I have never been to your blog before, but I will be back because you have been encouragement in my day, thank you.
Great perspective. Really, really good. Ultimately if we call ourselves His children, then we are simply accountable to Him and His Word. And yes, sadly, sometimes it means choosing the lesser of the “evils” as you put it. Prayerful with you. And thanks for stopping by!
the above statement is not clear – she says that the bill will take away benefits for families and children in heterosexual relationships??? I think she means homosexual relationships because in her next statement she is talking about just the opposite. This amendment is necessary so the court system cannot change the current law or a governor. Go to http://www.jdgreear.com for a accurate Biblical answer to this. Also professors at Campbell law school say this is not true. The above statement about families loosing their insurance is not true at all – it is the people who are opposed to the amendment who are being deceptive and trying to make this an issue about children.
Thank you for sharing that link, Karen.
I just realized that that is the JD I went to seminary with. I didn’t know him personally but we have many common friends. Thanks for sharing the site.
Sorry, the comment by April is not clear – it was suppose to say below and not above.
the above statement is not clear – she says that the bill will take away benefits for families and children in heterosexual relationships??? I think she means homosexual relationships because in her next statement she is talking about just the opposite. This amendment is necessary so the court system cannot change the current law or a governor. Go to http://www.jdgreear.com for a accurate Biblical answer to this. Also lawyers at Campbell law school say this is not true. The above statement about families loosing their insurance is not true at all – it is the people who are opposed to the amendment who are being deceptive and trying to make this an issue about children.
Sorry if my comment was not clear. When I say that health benefits will be taken away from heterosexual couples, I was referring to straight couples who are not married but have children. I would never try to influence anyone’s vote but I believe everyone should be well informed about anything they vote for or against. I am in no way trying to be deceptive. The bill will do as follows…
The measure would define marriage in the state constitution as between one man and one woman, and would ban any other type of “domestic legal union” such as civil unions and domestic partnerships.[1][2]
This includes gay and straight couples. Civil unions and domestic partnerships are not exclusively gay. It will add the ban on same-sex marriage to the NC state constitution but that is not the only effect the bill would have.
I believe everyone should vote as they see fit and I am not advocating for one side or the other, I am only advocating for informed voters.
http://www.ncfpc.org/FNC/1201-QandR.pdf This link tells what will happen and not happen – it is very clear.- It will not affect children of domestic relationships. And if it would – but look at the facts – it will not – but if a couple in a domestic relationship are concerned about their children and IF they loose their insurance it would be easily solved by getting married.