PASTOR SCOTT BOERCKEL
How easy it is for us to worry over elections! Every election, the pundits tell us,“This is the most important election in our lifetime.”
…Answering this question biblically and with some wisdom from some ancient Christians can remove a lot of our anxiety and replace it with the calm assurance that, as citizens of heaven, we can entrust the entire process to our kind God, Who does all things well.
This OakLeaf focuses on the upcoming election.
What is the role of the Christian in the political process? How does God want His people to act in this election season? In this issue of the OakLeaf, our pastors and elders share their perspectives on a variety of topics related to politics and the Christian. May this edition of the OakLeaf encourage you with spiritual guidance and practical help as we approach the November elections.
“We never make choices between the perfect and the imperfect. Every choice we make, be it a house, car, spouse, or pastor, is a choice among the imperfect. “
“Paul urges believers to pray ‘for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.’ (1 Timothy 2:2)”
“In today’s environment of divisive politics…withdrawing from the madness may seem like the safest route to pursue.”
“By now most of us here in central Illinois are ready for the November 2024 election to be over, or at least for an end to all of the negative campaign ads and requests for donations.”
“We must recognize the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ is the only true rescue option for America and the world.”
“Our culture is full of noise and fury over a variety of social and political issues. It causes a range of responses to well up in our hearts.”