Sunday we learned how we can be a part of changing our community through prayer. If you missed the message you can get access to it through our website. We asked you to pray specifically for a LEADER, a SERVANT, a person in NEED, a person at WORK, and one GOD-ORDAINED random moment. Many times when we think about our role in the political process it can become confusing, especially in the current bipartisan environment we live in. In this week’s video (Click here for Video) I share some of my thoughts on the matter as a leader and how you can WRESTLE with what the WORD says about the issue and come out with a WIN.
WORD: As I think about my role and the role of our church in our nation’s government my mind drifts to a few passages: 1 Timothy 2:1–4 NIV , Matthew 22:15-22 NIV, & Luke 3:12-14. In these passages we see Jesus, a political servant, and a leader of the church and their response to some different situations. These are not the only passages on this topic and you should do a more exhaustive search if this topic sparks your passion or interest.
WRESTLE: As I have wrestled with politics and faith, I have become aware of some principles that have served me well. Jesus refused to be involved in politics, but He did not shy away from issues that impact politics. The leaders of His church followed His example, but the leaders of the church were also grateful for those who served in politics with integrity based on their faith. I would go so far as to say that every Christian needs to check their party-loyalty as it compares with Scripture, for this was the outcome of all the encounters I have read in scripture. Scripture is to be the guiding focus of our morality, ethics, and behavior.
WIN: When we all understand our role, the Kingdom of God is best advanced. My role is to preach, teach, and lead the Church that Jesus started and is in charge of, but I also need to pray for my political leaders and encourage our church to be involved in changing their communities, states, and nation to reflect their Biblical values. By staying in my role and appreciating the role of our political leaders I am able to best present the Gospel that moves hearts toward Christ’s Kingdom and those Christ followers involved in our political and government roles are able to best bring ethical and moral change to the laws that impact the lives of our citizens. I am grateful for those who have found their calling is to be engaged in the political process and to bring change that protects and improves the lives of our citizens.
My prayer this week for you, as you pray for leaders and people in our community, is that you will best understand your role. Knowing our role and call is something that Jesus wants all of us to better understand so we can honor Him in a world that is desperate to know Him.
Growing with you,
Pastor Larry
For greater info on what is coming visit:
Posts
