"Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men."
Now everybody take a deep breath. On this election day (in the USA), many of God's people have undoubtedly experienced some sleeplessness (last night). Look at this verse (above), which was providentially the first words I read today. Don't these verses give the church some perspective, even in the darkest (political) hours?
Does this mean God would not have us condemn the positions of those who oppose the truth--as it is most manifest in the Christian religion? No; we must, and should do that. But, on the other hand, let us be the leaders in gentleness and respect. After all: Christ is on the throne; no mere man is. Go out and vote; and follow it up with abiding faith in Christ.
[Puritan quote of the day: "Men are brought into the church by the liberty of the gospel and preserved by government." --Richard Sibbes, in "Glorious Freedom"]
