The politician is
made of willow; he can side with all parties; his religion is cut according to
the fashion of the times; he can bow either to the east or to the west. Zeal
for truth is blotted out of the politician's creed.
In short, the
politician is like a chameleon, who can change into all colors and be as his
company is. He can be either serious or feathery. He can imitate either Cato or
Cataline. I grant that Christian prudence is commendable, but the serpent must
not devour the dove. Thomas Watson
(2010-04-27). The Duty of Self-Denial (Kindle Locations 156-163). . Kindle Edition.
Go to the polls and vote – Vote your conscience but examine
it first.
I voted – it hurt – but I voted.
Remember that politics is about power – men seek power to
fulfill the desires of their hearts.
Power corrupts. If the heart is already corrupted then corruption is multiplied exponentially
This is a tough time for believers. All the political concerns are not germane to
our mission ,our duty here. We are
resident aliens – citizens of another Kingdom.
But we have the opportunity to make a statement.
I was recently asked if a believer could make a choice
between the lesser of two evils. My
considered response was that if that is the only choice we have, if in not
making that choice we fail in our responsibility to others (believers and
non-believers) we sin. Of course I also
believe that when it comes to the powers of this world there are no choices
except between evils.
Remember though – our God is sovereign – the power and
authority of government is on loan from Him.
Trust Him – cast your vote!
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