Welcome to The Grace Perspective, a platform where our ministry team leaders engage in meaningful conversations about current events viewed through the lens of biblical principles. Our goal is to empower believers in Jesus Christ to thoughtfully respond to the world around us. Join us as we delve into faith and how our beliefs intersect with the challenges of today.  As Christians, it is important that we approach these discussions with grace and truth.

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For November, ministry team leader Kim talks about the importance of Christians being a part of the voting process.

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The Grace Perspective - Christians & The Vote

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Reflecting on the past elections, there seems to be Christians who hold the stance that
government should not be of concern to Christians. They suggest that we as Christians should only communicate the gospel and not make our Christianity known in other areas, particularly politics. This view is contradictory to our Founding Fathers’ views.  There is great evidence that they incorporated God and prayer in their political practices and meetings. We as Christians are to use our God-given abilities to influence the greater society. Christians throughout history have made a great impact for political changes such as the right of women to vote and the abolishment of slavery. This did not happen by Christians remaining in their corner. Government will be influenced by religion. If not Christianity, it will be ruled by Islam or the religion of atheism.

 

In light of the past elections, I encourage Christians to reflect on 1Timothy 2: 1-4 “ First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of truth."

 

Pray for your leaders and that they do what is just and right in the eyes of God. Prayer is a powerful tool that we have as Christians and one that is very underutilized. Christians should be participating in the voting process. We are very blessed to live in the Land of the Free and Home of the Brave! Many of us take our freedom for granted.
Luke 12:48 “Everyone to whom much was given, of him much will be required and

from him to whom they entrusted much, they will demand the more”. Let me stress again, if Christians do not influence politics other religious ideologies will. We should as Christians learn about and vote for Christians who embody Biblical moral values.

And if motivated, Christians should run for public offices.

Regardless of how elections playout, God is always in control. Philippians 4:4 “Rejoice
in the Lord always, again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to
everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by
prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the
peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your
minds in Jesus Christ.?  Remain steadfast fellow Christian brothers and sisters.  God’s got this!

- Kim C. Gooch, PT, MSPT

Sanctity of Life & Public Policy Advocacy Leader