You cannot help but think about our government as our nation has had another election. Regardless of the outcomes of any of the elections, God’s Word has instruction and encouragement for God’s people. In Romans 13:1 (NIV) we read, “Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” Christians, more than all others, recognize that God has established government and will use it according to his will. As such, we are called on to respect our leaders.

Martin Luther wrote a great deal about the government. Among his many comments, he reminds us to be respectful. He wrote, “Respect for a governmental official is a very necessary requirement in a state. Therefore, we should pray to God for the officers of the state, for they can easily become corrupt, since 'honores mutant mores, numquam in meliores' (honors changes morals, never for the better), and they are easily turned into tyrants.”

Yesterday was a day to vote. Today is a day to pray for our leaders and nation. Today is also a day for us to show respect for our leaders in the way we talk about whoever wins the elections.

 

Pastor Aufdemberge

Pastor Kneser

Pastor Wempner

Pastor Zarling