Election Recovery!
Ok, so in a few days, perhaps the most contentious and important election in our lives will be over (maybe not the results, but the day). If your candidate wins, you’ll be euphoric. There will be some rejoicing in your house. If your candidate loses, you might be tempted to think the world is over. Beloved, if the LORD tarries, it’s not.
Either way, hopefully the life you are building won’t look that much different. After the emotions die down and either the jubilation or disappointment subsides, your hand will still be on some pretty important ploughs:
You’ll still need to live holy, regardless of who wins.
You'll still need to study and obey Scripture, regardless of who wins.
Your church still needs you, regardless of who wins.
You’ll still need to disciple your children, regardless of who wins.
The Gospel still needs to be preached, regardless of who wins.
You’ll still need to steward well, regardless of who wins.
The anointing of God remains upon your household, regardless of who wins.
Praises to our King must ring out in your heart and house, regardless of who wins.
We’ll gather on the LORD’s Day and worship Him, regardless of who wins.
Your spouse needs you locked in to love and grace, regardless of who wins.
You’ll still need to take care of your body, regardless of who wins.
There is still joy in Jesus Christ, regardless of who wins.
I'm not at all trying to diminish the importance of our national election. We've seen in the last couple of sermons (and we'll talk a bit more on Sunday) the importance of civil leadership. What I am saying is that ultimately YOU have more control over your surroundings than the president does. YOU have more influence in the lives of your children and your church than the president does.
So be encouraged! Christ is King!
Bishop
