Religion and Politics: In My Opinion . . .

With fellow Precinct Delegate at registration table

Christians don't have the option to walk away from the political arena. When believers neglect involvement in the political process, government is manipulated by the loudest voices – and in our society, those voices are too often shouting support for agendas contrary to the Word of God. 

Citizenship is our duty – to protect and preserve the principles in our Constitution that govern our nation. This begins at the ballot box. That’s why it’s so important voters are EDUCATED and PARTICIPATE! That is also the reason I was recently involved in organizing a "Christian Voter Information and Registration Drive" at my church.  

PARTY POLITICS       

Undoubtedly, politics is not fun or interesting for everyone (and by election day, we're probably all tired of the rhetoric.) There is no denying there are unseemly aspects of politics or the fact that everyone looks at the world through the lens of their our own views and special interests. In political parties – as in all organizations that carry great power, money or influence – there will be those who attempt to garner those resources for personal gain. But, my friend, we can’t throw out the baby with the bathwater. 

We are blessed to live in a country where our founding fathers carefully established a representative democracy in which citizens have the privilege and opportunity to vote for those representing them in government. Although I am a  very active Republican, my goal goes beyond promoting a party. I am working diligently to see people of integrity elected who will work to defend and support the things most important to me. 

Today we are talking about religion and politics. For me, if a party or candidate stands for biblical principles, that’s the one who will receive my vote. In the future I'll post some information on the history of the Republican party; but for now, I ask you to consider the moral issues at stake in this election.

We need to understand where parties and candidates stand on issues of abortion, traditional family, gender roles, religious freedom and even establishing huge programs that create government dependency. Where does a party or candidate stand regarding a strong national defense and national sovereignty (governing ourselves instead of giving control to the world powers like the U.N.)? Does the candidate or party keep God's name in their platform, or are they humanistic in their philosophies? Pro-God or pro-man?

WHAT'S THE GOAL?
The ultimate and very personal question each of us must answer is, "Which candidates best represent my faith and my concerns as a Christian?"

In considering evangelical Christians alone, of the 60 million professing this faith, only 30 million are registered and voting. What a difference we might see in our nation if Christians of all denominations would simply register and participate in the election process. 

Citizenship is stewardship. Let's be good stewards of America, the Beautiful . . . from sea to shining sea . . . crowning our greatness with goodness . . . always remembering that righteousness exalts a nation (Proverbs 14:34). Thanks for sharing a bit of your time with me today.