All of us have been talking about the election. The election that has shook the very foundation of what the United States of America has been built upon. It has been a historic election. One filled with breaking trends and promoting "change". It has incited unfavorable responses from some, yet produced great accomplishment in others. No matter who was elected, this election was bound to make history either way. But after reflecting on how important this decision was for America, and how it really does affect the citizens of this great nation, I am left to think about the future, and what lies ahead.
Unfortunately, I have heard many degrading remarks concerning Barack Obama and the outcome of this election. I myself voted for John McCain. I am proud to have supported him in his challenge for the White House. But even though the opposing party has won, I do not think of it as total failure. God has obviously intended for Barack Obama to become the Nation's 44th President, and with that assurance, we should not condemn him. Although I do not share the same morals and ideals that he has presented, it doesn't mean that I should withhold my respect and loyalty towards him. God commands us all to respect all authority over us, for it has been placed over us only by God himself. Even if we don't agree, we should still give our future President the honor and respect he deserves. For 1 Thessalonians 5:12 says; "Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you."
Here's some of what Mike Huckabee had to say concerning the outcome of the election:
"I'm very proud to have supported Senator McCain and the only regret is that more Americans didn't share my conviction that he would have made an outstanding President. I not only recognize, but respect that we are a nation in which the people choose and tonight they have chosen Senator Obama. He was not my choice, but he will be my President and I will pray for him to lead this great nation with God's help and grace. He will face serious challenges to lead our country and he will need all Americans to give him a chance. As disappointed as I am that we have lost the election, I can't help but feel that many courageous leaders of the civil rights movement look down from heaven tonight with a smile that the day has come when a man is elected without regard to his color. I salute President-elect Obama for his discipline and tenacity that has given our country the opportunity to witness this significant event."
This year has been indeed a whirlwind of political strife. We can only look forward to the beginning of a new year. We should not be anxious. We should not be worried. We should not be overly-critical and question our next President's every move. We should remember who is really in control, and without Him, we can do nothing. I only hope that the soon to be President Obama will come to recognize this simple fact. But in the end, it's not about who wins, it's about who brought glory to God. I believe God can use this situation to His glory. Now, it's up to us to support our faith.
I conclude with this final quote from Mike Huckabee;
"Politics is not an event but a process. We sometimes lose events, but it never gives us the right to stop being faithful to our principles that enlisted us in the process. In the end, we shall live to fight another day."
6 comments:
Thank you, Tony, for this insightful entry.
I completely agree with you that Obama deserves a chance. Leaving the country won't be of use for anybody (even though I'll do so in 6 months *lol*).
Refusing to accept Obama ass President will make things only worth because he wouldn't be able to address all these important things that will be serious issues in the upcoming years if half of the country resists him.
It's a matter of a logical decision to accept and support him!
Your view is a very insightful view. I haven't heard many views like this since the election was determined. I have only heard a few.
Tony, you always have challenging and very insightful blogs. I appreciate that. It is very encouraging. Thank you. Know that you are being prayed for.
Keep blogging! Expressing what you think, how you feel and what God is teaching you is one of the best ways to learn - and let others learn along with you!
Good post. We need to support our new President. I voted for Obama, but if McCain had won, I would still have accepted him as President. They're both good men.
Good Blog Tony, I miss you greatly. It's been pretty boring without you guys. Robbie started a prayer group though, and it is pretty much amazing. ;]
Kayla.
Support the Prez 08:]
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