Devotional Scripture Proverbs 11:10-11(KJV): 10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. 11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked. Thought for the Day Verses 10-11 - People are glad when criminals are arrested and evil is overthrown. Sadly, in America there seems to be more reports of evil than justice. Corruption in government filters down to all levels of society. Truly, no man is an island; our individual actions affect those around us. Each of us influence the world for good or evil by our deeds. In countries governed by democracy, citizens have a responsibility to elect qualified, morally-upright leaders to governmental posts. Satan wants to keep godly people from voting so that corrupt officials will be elected. If we do nothing, we aid the enemy in helping ungodly people become the leaders of our nations. Only Judgment Day will reveal how many opportunities to change things for the better were lost because of apathy. 1 Timothy 2:1-3 expresses Gods concern for the leaders of governments: I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. Since the Lord charges us to pray for our leaders, should we not assume that He expects us to use every opportunity to assist in electing candidates who are most likely to promote peace and righteousness? Jesus told the Jews of His day, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesars, and unto God the things which be Gods (Matthew 22:21). Caesar was the title of the Roman emperors. Jesus was telling them to pay taxes as well as to support Gods work. Good citizens do not leave the operation of government to ungodly men if they have the opportunity to change things. If we have been given the opportunity to vote, we should fulfill that responsibility as well as paying our taxes. We do not realize how great a privilege it is to have a voice in the selection of the leaders and the laws that govern our land. If we were to live for awhile under one of the dictatorships in the world, we might be more thankful for this privilege. We are accountable to God for how we vote, and we should accept our civil duties along with our Christian ones. We need to spend time studying and praying about the issues in order to vote wisely for the best candidates and the right issues. One vote does make a difference. As Christians, our lives should make a difference in our circle of influence. Let us live righteously wherever we are, so that our nations will be changed. Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people (Proverbs 14:34). Prayer Devotional for the Day Dear Father, thank you for all the blessings You have given us this day. Even when we face troubles, we know we can face them with Your guidance as to how to solve them. Thank you for the promise that You are with us in everything. I love and appreciate You, Lord. You are very kind and merciful to us. Help me to live a righteous life before those whom You have allowed me to influence. May I never bring reproach upon You, Lord. Help me to change my corner of the world for the better through Your power and help. I humbly ask this in Your son, Jesus name. Amen
Posted on: Tue, 11 Mar 2014 09:11:59 +0000
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