From age 18 forward, I took every election seriously, even
the smallest of offices. My Dad always told we three kids: If you don't know
who to vote for, try this - if you like how things are going, vote for the
current group; if not, vote for the opposite side. I did, however, try to at
least read the blurbs that summarized each candidate and each issue as much and
as often as possible.
In all those years, almost 60 voting years for me, our
country faced many, many issues and often seemingly impossible threats.
This year, I'm even more concerned than ever.
So, I will be praying even harder than ever for guidance
regarding my voting choice.
Yes, I have decided who will get my vote.
No, I am
not against changing my mind.
The mind is a wondrous thing. It can harbor a
decision, an opinion, an assumption. And it can, on a moment's notice, hearing
just a few choice words, completely reverse that opinion or decision. There's
nothing wrong with that.
But I do need to follow the Father's will as carefully as I
see it. And I will pray that others pray about their decisions, as well.
I'm not so set in my ways that I am against hearing one fact
that can completely alter my view. Because of this, I always pay close attention
to what each side is saying, not just the side I currently favor.
Father in heaven, your son explained to us, and taught us,
that we must render to Caesar that which is Caesar's. I take this to mean our
loyalty and respect for our leaders as well. However, every voter in our
country this year needs your guidance, big time. I pray for that guidance, not
just for myself, but for every American of voting age. Let us hear, in our
hearts and souls, your choice in this most important election. To paraphrase some
old song lyrics, if we ever needed you before, we need you now.
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