I was listening to Christian radio and whatever ministry was on was talking about voting and strongly said as a Christian I have to vote. Since this will be a hot topic for the rest of year, I thought it worth sharing my thoughts.
Yes, the Bible says to rending unto Caesar's what is Caesar's which in context was to pay taxes to the government. However unlike taxes, there is NO law requiring me to vote. So is there a Bible passage that would say I have to vote?
Then I have to consider the candidates for office. In the case of POTUS, it sure looks like a no win decision. Do I vote for President Trump who for the most part I like his policies but I can't argue against his behavior is not Christian and my support for him may bring shame on the name of Christ? Do I vote for whoever the Democratic nominee is who's behavior is definitely more Christian but whose policies, for example Abortion on Demand, are definitely not Christian, at least to me? I also have to consider that my state Democratic governor pretty much came out and said I shouldn't be a part of his state because of my pro-life positions. It makes me suspect about voting for the Democratic candidate as I could be found supporting those opposed to God.
I didn't vote on the Presidential line in 2016 because I came to conclusion that none of the candidates were qualified for the office. I'm leaning towards the same decision in 2020 for the same reason.
Admittedly where I live may be influencing this. Around here, the person with (D) after their name is the winner. Without competitive votes, it's hard to get enthusiastic about voting. So not voting almost becomes a protest against all political parties.
I know voting's important so I'm interested in hearing what you have to say.
Yes, the Bible says to rending unto Caesar's what is Caesar's which in context was to pay taxes to the government. However unlike taxes, there is NO law requiring me to vote. So is there a Bible passage that would say I have to vote?
Then I have to consider the candidates for office. In the case of POTUS, it sure looks like a no win decision. Do I vote for President Trump who for the most part I like his policies but I can't argue against his behavior is not Christian and my support for him may bring shame on the name of Christ? Do I vote for whoever the Democratic nominee is who's behavior is definitely more Christian but whose policies, for example Abortion on Demand, are definitely not Christian, at least to me? I also have to consider that my state Democratic governor pretty much came out and said I shouldn't be a part of his state because of my pro-life positions. It makes me suspect about voting for the Democratic candidate as I could be found supporting those opposed to God.
I didn't vote on the Presidential line in 2016 because I came to conclusion that none of the candidates were qualified for the office. I'm leaning towards the same decision in 2020 for the same reason.
Admittedly where I live may be influencing this. Around here, the person with (D) after their name is the winner. Without competitive votes, it's hard to get enthusiastic about voting. So not voting almost becomes a protest against all political parties.
I know voting's important so I'm interested in hearing what you have to say.
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