183 | Elections

How should Christians approach elections? With so much division surrounding politics, it can be difficult to know how to engage thoughtfully without getting caught up in the anger, fear, and frustration that often come with election season. In this episode of the Verity Podcast, I discuss what the Bible teaches about voting, and our responsibilities as Christians. Looking at Scripture alongside the concerns of America’s founders, I consider how we can make informed decisions, think carefully about candidates and policies, and remember where our ultimate allegiance belongs. We will talk about: What America’s founders understood about the dangers of political division How Christians can approach voting with biblical discernment Why religious freedom matters when evaluating candidates and policies How to consider both character and policy when making political decisions What Romans 13 teaches about government and authority Why Scripture calls us to pray for our leaders, regardless of political party How to stay engaged in politics without placing our hope in political outcomes Our citizenship is in heaven, but that doesn’t mean we have no responsibility here on earth. Christians can care about the direction of our country while remembering that no election determines the faithfulness of God or the future of His kingdom. Before we argue about policy, we need to be people of prayer. And before we place our hope in a political leader, we need to remember who is ultimately in control. My article on Sinless Conservatism: https://phyliciamasonheimer.substack.com/p/confronting-the-lie-of-sinless-conservatism Find more from Phylicia Masonheimer and Every Woman a Theologian: https://www.everywomanatheologian.com Subscribe to the Verity Podcast for more conversations about theology, culture, and living out your faith with biblical conviction. How do you approach voting as a Christian? Share your thoughts in the comments. #VerityPodcast #ChristianPolitics #BiblicalWorldview