Election Day Sermon

Did you know that beginning as early as 1633, for over 250 years in America the Election Day Sermon was common practice? These sermons were most often preached the morning of a particularly important election.

Tim Ewing writes that although each Election Day Sermon was unique, they all shared common aspects. These sermons always addressed from a biblical perspective one or more of the following five points:

1. The foundation required for social order.

2. The purpose and legitimate functions of civil government.

3. The duties that civil authorities owe to the people they serve.

4. The duties that citizens owe to civil leaders/institutions.

5. the qualifications for candidates being considered for public office.

This Sunday, November 2, 2008, I will be preaching an Election Day Sermon. No, I won't tell you who to vote for. I wouldn't do that even if the IRS said I could. I respect soul freedom to much to do that. However, I will be sharing some biblical principles that I believe are essential for voting as an informed Christian citizen. What kind of qualities should we expect in our leaders? Does the Bible address the kinds of issues that matter to God? Come discover this Sunday what God's Word has to say on these matters. And of course, don't forget to exercise the privilege that you have as a citizen to vote.

For His Glory!

Pastor Joe