So in today's video, we will be answering the question
how should a Christian respond biblically to political issues?
So when you find yourself in the middle of a political dilemma,
there are some biblical truths that you must remember.
And truth number one is God wants our trust.
Isaiah 4015 reads, behold, the nations are as a drop
in a bucket, and are counted as the small dust on the scales.
Look!
He lifts up the aisles as a very little thing.
You see, this verse explains that nations are like
a single drop of water in a bucket in comparison to God.
Now I want you to think of what comprises a nation
their people, land, culture, their ideas, finances,
religions, their governments, hierarchies, architecture, resources.
All of it are like a drop of water that you wouldn't think twice about.
You see, God is strong enough to create the universe
with its millions of galaxies, with their solar system stars, planets
is wise enough to understand that everything,
good or bad, is happening for a reason.
And on top of all of that, is loving enough to die on the cross for us.
God is
strong, wise, loving, and he knows what's going to happen.
So please know that when things get crazy
in politics, God is in control.
So our trust shouldn't be placed in elections or in particular outcomes.
But in Jesus, whose love and strength never changes.
So truth number one is God wants our trust
and our next truth is God wants us to pray for leaders.
First Timothy chapter two, verses 1 to 2 reads therefore I exhort
first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks
be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead
a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.
You see, one reason why some crazy things happen in the world
is because people are responsible for these crazy
things, and God wants us to pray for those people.
So when it comes to your president or prime minister, your governor, mayors,
senator, you should be praying for them, not slandering them every chance you get.
Daniel 220 to 21 also reads, blessed be the name of God forever
and ever, for wisdom and might are his, and he changes the times and the seasons.
He removes kings and raises up kings.
So every king or leader is only there because God raises them up
for a particular purpose and will later remove them from their position.
All of this to say, one way you can express your trust in God
and your obedience to God is to pray for
the people that are in charge, regardless if you agree with them.
To pray for them not only allows you to bring the situation to God,
but it also reminds you that while these people have power,
God alone is the one that's in control.
And now we have our final points.
God wants us to represent him well.
I think that it's pretty easy to go with the flow and stand in the middle
when it comes to forming an opinion about tough topics like mask mandates,
vaccine requirements, abortion, same sex marriage, and other social justice issues.
But it's our duty to discern
how God would think of these matters.
Ephesians 517 reads, therefore, do not be unwise,
but understand what the will of the Lord is.
This verse tells us that we need to understand what God wants in certain
circumstances, and I believe that God has the facts on certain political issues.
Ephesians five 8 to 11 also reads, for you were once darkness, yes,
but now you are light in the Lord.
Walk as children of light.
For the fruits of the spirit is all goodness, righteousness, and truth.
Finding out what is acceptable to the Lord and have no fellowship
with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them.
Looking at this verse, how can we be children of light?
If we aren't discerning what's right and wrong from the Lord's standards?
Ask yourself these questions.
Do your political beliefs represent God?
Are they right?
And what verse is your basis?
Don't just believe whatever you hear,
and don't just take the opinion of your friends and family.
Think seriously.
Do your beliefs reflect God's love?
Justice and character?
Now, this might take some research and some time, but please know that
if you call yourself a Christian, you need to consider how you represent him.
So in conclusion, the goal of this video
is not to persuade you to take any particular side,
but to give you some space to help you make a decision.
So if you find yourself in the middle
of a controversial political ordeal, take a step back.
Breathe, pray, and remember
these three very important truths.
God wants us to trust him.
God wants us to pray for our leaders,
and God wants us to represent him well.
We hope this helps.
We'll see you soon.
And don't forget that Jesus loves you.
God bless.