EQUALITY

History tells us, in the 20th-century civil rights movement, where our grandparents and great-grandparents (black and white) marched and died for equality and the right to vote. So yes, we should honor the privilege and responsibility of taking part in our electoral process. Especially when we consider that in Biblical times the Jews were under Roman rule and, they were not Roman citizens. Therefore, they were not permitted to vote. In fact, most Roman citizens could not vote. Only the very wealthy were allowed to vote. So everyone that has a right to vote should vote; to put people in office with godly principles, morals, character, and experience.

Romans 13:3 Do you want to be free from fear of the one in authority? Then do what is right and you will be commended. 4 For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for any reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer.

Lord, please give those that have their right to vote; the desire to do what is right, and vote for leaders that promote Your principles.  Father, we understand that You are certainly in control; but all believers should do their part to elect leaders to further Your will.  Lord, we are commanded to pray for our leaders; even though we are displeased with our choice of leadership.  Lord, much of our suffering and sin’s grip on this world is due to godless leadership.  Father, we are instructed by Your Word to obey authority; unless it contradicts with Your commands. Lord, any candidate that violates the Bible’s commands for life, family, vows to You, or faith are not who we will support.  Lord, let us stop complaining and start voting and speaking for You; then allow You to do the rest, in Jesus name, we pray Amen

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