One, we can vote. The freedom to elect leaders is a relative new thing in the realms of history. But, though the candidate that I wanted didn't get in, at least we had some say in the election process.
Two, an African-American won the presidency of the United States. This wasn't thought of even four years ago, but now. It shows the progress that American has made to mend the wrongs of the past.
Third, God has him there for a reason. We can take comfort in the fact that God has planned and prepared this before the foundations of the world. God will be glorified with Obama in office, and it is ultimately for our good. Because God does EVERYTHING, not somethings, for HIS GLORY and OUR GOOD.
Now for a negative thought: my biggest fear is that we will start to loose our freedoms, but Christians have endured much worse, remember Nero. It is under persecution that Christianity spreads the most.
Sometimes Christians put way too much faith in government. Government is not what saved us. God has saved us, He is the one that is ultimately in control of all things. He raises rulers up and tears them down. So, with that in mind, let us keep the faith.
Now, I really really really really really really really really really really really (okay, you get the point) disagree with Obama's policies, but we need to pray for him. Again, God has him there for a reason, we need to pray for him. Now, that does beg the question how should we pray for him. We need to pray first and foremost for his salvation, that God will bring him into His elect. Second, we need to pray that God will give him wisdom in making decisions. And third, we need to pray that God will give us the grace to respect him. Ultimately, Obama is an authority figure in our lives, and we are commanded to honor those who are in authority over us. Now, that is easier said than done, so that is why we need to pray for it.
Well, those are some of my random thoughts on the election, what do you think?
Soli Deo Gloria
1 comment:
God has a reason for Him there instead of one of His followers! He had it planned, it wasnt like He's sitting up there shaking His head, "Oh gollie, he won?" He has a better plan that we can ever imagine. But yes...it will be interesting to see what will happen. Four more years till Palin can be president! ; )
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