Between the recent Supreme Court decision and the apparent upcoming Executive Order for employers to stop discriminating against the LGBT community, a Christian might be thinking that the government is sending mixed opinions. Some see one as a win and the other as a loss. Some see both as neutral. Some have strong voices on either side. I'm not here today to debate those issues.
The issue is a larger one. If Christians believe that our country was founded upon Christian/Bible principles and if we believe that our nation/government is moving away from Christian/Bible principles, then this leads to several questions.
1) Regarding those who oppose Christian/Bible principles, how did they get our country so turned around to their views?
Well, they talked about their views with many people. They made sure they taught their family and friends about their views. They marched and held rallies. They got involved with politics in an attempt to pass laws and legislation for their views.
2) Have Christians truly done these things regarding our views/religion?
No. We back down. We talk about it with those of like faith, but we don't try to proselytize and teach non-Christians our views. (Yes, we have many who will Bible-bash about their views, but not many who truly debate, teach and share.)
3) What can we do about politics?
We can pray for wisdom for our leaders. We can pray for their salvation.
We can also get involved. That means more than just voting for the president. That means voting on all votes. That means contacting your congressmen about issues. Get involved. Speak up.
4) Why are we letting the government teach us and our families against the Christian/Bible principles we value?
Those with opposing views taught their views to their families when they were in the minority. Even in the Bible days, ethics and morals were taught at home. As Christians, let's teach our children our Christian/Bible principles, even if those Christian/Bible principles are now in the minority.
What am I getting at?
If you don't vote at the presidential elections, then how can you complain about whatever president we have?
If you don't get involved in politics and let your voice be heard, then how can you complain that those who hold opposing views are getting legislature in their favor?
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