How Should Christians Vote?

With only 9 days left until the midterm elections I'd love to answer a question that is rarely asked by most Christians. How should Christians vote? When we step into the voting booth most of us consider our selections completely private, personal, and nobody's business. The one thing we forget is that while no one here may know how you've cast your vote there is someone who knows exactly how you voted; and he's no little someone. God sees where your vote is cast. Does your vote glorify God and move HIS agenda forward?

Notice the question is not "Who should a Christian vote for?" because this not a party discussion. I'm not talking about liberals, conservatives, moderates, democrats, republicans, or independents. What I'm talking about is the filter every Christian should filter their vote through; the Bible! How should a Christian vote? A Christian should vote for candidates who uphold Biblical morals, values, and truth. This is hard at times because we sometimes find ourselves voting for the lesser of two evils. Sometimes no candidate completely stands with the Bible on every issue, but we still have the obligation to stand for truth at the highest level available. A Christian shouldn't base their vote on issues like the economy (even though we all want it to improve); God is our source & supplier. No matter the health care policies; God is still my healer. We need to stay focused on Biblical absolutes that are in question in our society as a starting point, then we can filter down to lesser issues.

Let me give you a few examples of issues the Bible is clear on but our society and candidates differ on. Abortion is clearly outlined in the Bible as murder. Marriages is clearly outlined in the Bible as between one man and one woman. No other equation equals marriage in the Bible. Should we be two issue voters? NO. But I do believe we must start somewhere and these two issues are devastating our current culture. If a candidate can't get it right on these issues that the Bible couldn't be more crystal clear on, then where else will they deviate from God's truth.

My simple point is this. As Christians we are obligated to stand for truth in every area of life, including who we elect to represent and serve us. First, you have an obligation to vote. Don't sit out on any election where you can stand for truth. Second, you can't vote if you don't research the candidates. Don't blindly vote, be informed and compare the views of candidates to Gods Word. Third, and most important, PRAY! Pray for God's wisdom, candidates that will honor Him and stand for truth.

Just something to think about as we approach election day. Have a GREAT week!

(Below is the Christian Coalition's voter guide comparing candidates views on Biblical issues)