Daily Archives: November 5, 2008

I want to say so many things about this year’s presidential election — about the campaigns, the candidates, the issues and the results — but it would be unwise for me to say any of it without further prayer. Fortunately for you, my mother called this morning. That poor, dear woman listened to me rant and rave for over an hour. This was after I had very loudly and passionately chased my husband around the house forcing him to endure my opinions. He had to leave before my thoughts were exhausted, so Mom became my next caged audience. Oh, she loves me so! If you see her today, thank her. She did you a great service! While I’m still feeling quite passionate about this, the steam has dissipated. Maybe some day I’ll share all of my thoughts, but right now only one thing seems important.

We must pray for President-Elect Barack Obama. Not just him, but we must pray fervently and consistently for all members of our government.

It doesn’t matter if we voted for them or not. God has given these leaders their positions and we must petition the Lord to help them handle the responsibilities with wisdom and moral responsibility. I really don’t think anyone truly knows what they’re getting into when they run for office. Maybe they do. Regardless, the trials will be great and every President needs help. Let us stand with our leaders before our Lord.

“Our God, your name will be praised forever and forever. You are all-powerful, and you know everything. You control human events– you give rulers their power and take it away, and you are the source of wisdom and knowledge. You explain deep mysteries, because even the dark is light to you.”
– Daniel 2:20-22 (CEV)