Think this Election doesn’t matter? Think again!
As Christians, we are in the enviable position of being possessors of dual citizenship. Not only are we American citizens, but more importantly, believers are citizens of the Kingdom of the Most High God. While we enjoy the benefits of citizenship, we must never forget that there are corresponding responsibilities as well. Jesus addressed this matter in Matthew 22:21, when He said to the disciples of the Pharisees and to the Herodians: “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s.”
The Bible is the Constitution of the Kingdom of God and it sets forth the principles for Godly living. In the same manner, The Constitution of the United States, adopted in 1787 and put into effect in 1789, is the basic set of rules and law that governs this country. The Constitution assures the rights and liberties of the citizenry. As a citizen of the United States, I have and you have the Constitutional right to VOTE. Unfortunately, it is a sad commentary that too few of us exercise that right. Let me give you six reasons why you need to vote on November 6, 2018:
1 – Presidential Power and Congressional oversight.
2 – Integrity in Government
3 – Health Care Reform
4 – Economic Security
5 – Medicare/Medicaid
6 – Social Security
As a citizen of the Kingdom of God, I am obligated and you are obligated to help make this world a better place. As Christians, Jesus says: we are the salt of the earth and we are the light of the world.
Dear Ones, please know this, Christians are obligated to vote! Not only must Christians vote, we must vote intelligently!
A vote is a formal expression of preference for a candidate for office or for a proposed resolution of an issue. By definition, to vote one must know where the candidates stand on issues that are of concern to the voter. And, likewise, know as best you can, where the candidate’s stand on those issues that are of concern to the people of faith. Study the issues, discuss the candidates, then VOTE. The election is November 6, 2018.
As your Pastor, I will never tell you WHO or WHAT to vote for, but I will earnestly encourage you to VOTE. I need not tell you how important it is for the voice of the Christians to be heard. We are nine days away from the elections. Do your home-work, then vote.
Be blessed as you walk in HIM.
Pastor J. Amos Jones
