As Christians, we are called to be salt and light in the world, preserving it from moral decay (Matthew 5:13-16). One of the most powerful ways we can influence our society for Christ is by exercising our right to vote. When we cast our ballots according to a biblical worldview, we can shape our nation’s laws, leaders, and cultural direction.
Voting is an act of stewardship, a sacred trust given to us by God. It is our responsibility to use this privilege wisely, prayerfully considering each candidate and issue in light of Scripture. By aligning our votes with God’s Word, we can be a force for righteousness and justice in our communities and nation. To encourage Americans to be better equipped to vote, we’ve compiled 10 Questions Every Voter Should Ask.
- Experience: What is the candidate’s track record? Has he or she demonstrated commitment to the rule of law, ethical behavior, and biblical standards of conduct in public and private life?
- Constitution: Does the candidate uphold and support the US Constitution, its Amendments, and the laws of all US government bodies, including the responsibility of those governments to enforce all laws ensuring the actions of government align with the will of the people (regarding issues such as immigration, voting, abortion, and others)?
- Christian Worldview: Does the candidate evaluate positions, issues, and decisions using a biblical perspective, seeking their Christian faith for guidance? — Reference 10 Issues That Divide Christians by Alex McFarland for more information.
- God and Country: Does the candidate uphold freedom of expression, speech, and religious liberty and understand and support the USA’s exceptional role in supporting these ideals?
- Family: Does the candidate support the biblical definition of marriage between a man and a woman, that such a marriage is best for raising children, and why this is critical for a society to survive?
- Faith and Science: Does the candidate demonstrate critical thinking skills, including an understanding that the Judeo-Christian faith and science are in sync with one another regarding topics such as creation, existence of God, life and reproduction, and gender identity?
- Reverence for Life: Does the candidate protect human life at all stages: in the womb, newborns, toddlers, K-12, college-age, post college, middle age, and elderly until natural death?
- Childhood: Does the candidate seek to protect children (under 18) from harmful facets in society, including pornography, violence, and sexual content in all media?
- Stewardship: Does the candidate demonstrate concern for good economic stewardship and financial security for individuals, families, and governments, including overall sound stewardship for the states and the nation?
- Issues of the Day: How involved and informed is the candidate with the facts about current issues across a variety of topics and what does the candidate believe and support regarding those issues?
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