By Debbie Wuthnow for TOWNHALL
Why should I vote? Does it make a difference? What if I don’t like the choice of candidates?
From scriptures to civics and family legacies, there are many reasons why it’s vital for Americans to vote.
Be Salt and Light — Take Part in the Process
First, Scripture reveals what government should look like. The Bible tells us that God ordained civil government to be His servant for our good. (Romans 13:1-4)
Conversely, when the government does not serve its God-given purpose, the nation tends toward corruption. The influence of Israel’s kings on the people’s behavior is a prime example. In Proverbs 14:34, we see that “righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.”
How do we take part in making a nation righteous? By being salt and light (Matthew 5:13). One of the ways people can be salt to flavor and even preserve the world is to influence who manages our government by participating in the election process and voting for people who share our biblical values. We should choose leaders who are “… capable men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain. Ex 18:21”
