America goes to the polls
to elect the leader of their country for the next four years. Some of you may
be stressed out about who you should vote for. Indecision can cause stress for
you. It is a form of double-mindedness and James says that leads to instability
(James 1:8). I think part of the problem is we complicate decisions, often
factoring in information that isn’t really important—relying on our own wisdom
while failing to specifically seek God and his wisdom. As a believer in Jesus
Christ consider the following basic Christian Leadership steps in making your
decision about your candidate. Do they operate under these guidelines?
1. They
admit they need God’s guidance to make any decision None of us can see
the future. We don’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow—much less next year,
or 10 years from now. The Bible says, “There is a way that seems right to a
man, but in the end it leads to death.” (Proverbs 14:12, NIV)
2. They ask in faith for direction. James 1:5-6 says, “If you want
to know what God really wants you to do, ask Him, and he will gladly tell you,
for He is always ready to give a bountiful supply of wisdom to all who ask Him;
but … if you
don’t ask in faith, don’t expect the Lord to give you any solid answer.” (TLB)
3. They listen for God’s response. God designed us to
hear His voice. Job 33:14 says, “For God does
speak—now one way, now another though man may not perceive it.” (NIV) God
speaks to us through His Word, His people, circumstances and impressions—among other
ways.
4. They will trust God even when it isn’t popular. Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord
with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” (NIV)
Be wise today and always - don't put a leader over you that does not operate under God's guidelines.
