oh politics....

Politics.

I sort of hate to discuss it or think much of it – yet its necessary I suppose as November 4th approaches. I don’t claim to be a connoisseur on the subject, and happily so. I am neither Republican nor Democrat. I want to vote based on the person, their values, and what their political issues are. Not their whimsical speaking abilities or lack thereof. I don’t vote on one issue alone. I have read somewhere that more and more people of my generation don’t want to be associated with a political party. They are both conservative in value and liberal in thought.
In reading a few pieces of a book by Greg Boyd- I have to agree with his thought that many people have this idea swirling around in their minds that a certain politician is going to change everything. They are going to get this country back on track, restore the economy, and change all sorts of legislation. The sad truth is, most likely they will only see a few small things changed within their four years.

I don’t get too involved in politics because I don’t want to put my trust in man. I believe that the only thing that will get this country “back on track” is Jesus Christ. The only way that will happen is if you and I show others how deeply God loves them and wants a better life for them. A life where He holds them in His arms and guides their steps and breathes their breaths.

I plan on voting tomorrow, only after much prayer. Does my vote really matter much- I don’t really know. I plan on practicing my right as a citizen anyway. No matter the outcome- Jesus is in control- I find comfort and trust in Him alone.