Who Would You Vote for and Why?
That's the challenge! Not only in this 2008 U.S. election, but any election anywhere from school counsellors to municipal mayors and president of the United States. What are the criteria that your candidate must have?
As the leader goes, so go the people, for good or evil. Charm, looks, race, promises of hope and change, and great debating skills may cause you to sit up and take notice, but are they the criteria of a God fearing leader?
The Word of God says to pray for those who are put in authority over you. If you want a godly leader, then do not leave anything to chance, or assume that the Lord is in control and somehow will orchestrate the right outcome.
``If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land`` (2 Chr. 7: 14)
God has given you the blueprint for everything pertaining to life and godliness. Jesus Christ is resting at the right hand of the Father. He has accomplished His work. He has given you both the guidelines and authority of how to pray the Father`s Will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. Yes; His will is to have a Godly nation. But, His Word tells you to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be done unto you. (Mat. 6: 33) What things? All things you ask for in prayer, believing, you shall receive. (Mat. 21: 22)
Can you imagine if all people around the world prayed earnestly today for the Will of God to be accomplished in these elections what power would be unleashed? But everyone`s heart and soul needs to be in it. You cannot leave it to others to do your duty, assume that God will hear their prayers, and you don't have to add yours.
The eve of an election is not the only time to pray for your government. You are to pray diligently and daily for all those the Lord has set over you in authority so that you may live a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness. (1 Tim. 2: 1 - 2)
Always ask for God`s Wisdom in any situation and be ruled by your heart and not by your emotions, your ears or your eyes. That means that you also should not be swayed by promises of tax breaks and job opportunities.
Remember; God`s economy is not the world`s economy. God is the one who gives you favor if you put your trust in Him. It is He who gives you power to get wealth. (De. 8: 18) He is Jehovah Jireh; your provider.
Fall on your knees, my neighbor and friend, and pray along with me now. It`s not all about your nation. We, your neighbours and indeed the whole world is waiting and watching whether you will provide a godly leader to set your land on a godly path. We all depend on you to provide godly wisdom and authority and shed light in a world of chaos.
Bless you!
As the leader goes, so go the people, for good or evil. Charm, looks, race, promises of hope and change, and great debating skills may cause you to sit up and take notice, but are they the criteria of a God fearing leader?
The Word of God says to pray for those who are put in authority over you. If you want a godly leader, then do not leave anything to chance, or assume that the Lord is in control and somehow will orchestrate the right outcome.
``If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land`` (2 Chr. 7: 14)
God has given you the blueprint for everything pertaining to life and godliness. Jesus Christ is resting at the right hand of the Father. He has accomplished His work. He has given you both the guidelines and authority of how to pray the Father`s Will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. Yes; His will is to have a Godly nation. But, His Word tells you to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be done unto you. (Mat. 6: 33) What things? All things you ask for in prayer, believing, you shall receive. (Mat. 21: 22)
Can you imagine if all people around the world prayed earnestly today for the Will of God to be accomplished in these elections what power would be unleashed? But everyone`s heart and soul needs to be in it. You cannot leave it to others to do your duty, assume that God will hear their prayers, and you don't have to add yours.
The eve of an election is not the only time to pray for your government. You are to pray diligently and daily for all those the Lord has set over you in authority so that you may live a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness. (1 Tim. 2: 1 - 2)
Always ask for God`s Wisdom in any situation and be ruled by your heart and not by your emotions, your ears or your eyes. That means that you also should not be swayed by promises of tax breaks and job opportunities.
Remember; God`s economy is not the world`s economy. God is the one who gives you favor if you put your trust in Him. It is He who gives you power to get wealth. (De. 8: 18) He is Jehovah Jireh; your provider.
Fall on your knees, my neighbor and friend, and pray along with me now. It`s not all about your nation. We, your neighbours and indeed the whole world is waiting and watching whether you will provide a godly leader to set your land on a godly path. We all depend on you to provide godly wisdom and authority and shed light in a world of chaos.
Bless you!
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