It's sad that our right, privilege, and freedom as Americans to vote provides yet another tool to divide us. Since no political party or candidate can possibly hold or represent all the same values, beliefs, or ideals as I have, I must choose the one(s) who come the closest, accept the differences, and hope for the best. Accepting the differences—whether I agree with them or not—and hoping for the best can also be applied whether the person I vote for wins or loses. After all, the Bible says, "Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God" Romans 13:1 (NASB). I have family and friends who hold different religious and/or political views than me, but I respect their right to believe, live, worship, and vote as they do, regardless of what they think or how they feel about mine. And hopefully, one day soon, love and unity will triumph over all the hate and division in the world. Maybe Mark Smeby (or Marcus Royce) should consider running for a political office. Now THAT would be an extraordinarily brave thing to do. Just sayin'. :)
It's sad that our right, privilege, and freedom as Americans to vote provides yet another tool to divide us. Since no political party or candidate can possibly hold or represent all the same values, beliefs, or ideals as I have, I must choose the one(s) who come the closest, accept the differences, and hope for the best. Accepting the differences—whether I agree with them or not—and hoping for the best can also be applied whether the person I vote for wins or loses. After all, the Bible says, "Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God" Romans 13:1 (NASB). I have family and friends who hold different religious and/or political views than me, but I respect their right to believe, live, worship, and vote as they do, regardless of what they think or how they feel about mine. And hopefully, one day soon, love and unity will triumph over all the hate and division in the world. Maybe Mark Smeby (or Marcus Royce) should consider running for a political office. Now THAT would be an extraordinarily brave thing to do. Just sayin'. :)
Thank you for sharing these awesome, wise thoughts. And I'll flat out say NOPE...to running for office! :)
I don't blame you!!! I wouldn't want the job either.