God

God's Platform

(Part 2)

By Sandy Ditoro

The following thoughts are taken from an article written by my brother-in-law, Gary Pollard. They are adapted to fit the format of our daily devotional.

Today, we will consider three points Gary made in his article that should help Christians with their choice for President:

Now, we will readily admit that there are hypocrites, liars, and unethical people and politicians in both major parties. Yet, we are forced to concede that a political party can be no stronger ethically or morally than the platform on which it stands.

I am not here today to coerce you to vote for one party or candidate over another. When you go into the voting booth, you will do so privately (only you and God will be there), and you will vote your conscience and convictions. But before you vote, is it not wise to look at the party platform?

Which of the two major parties' platforms conforms more closely to what God and His Word teaches:

CONCERNING THE SACREDNESS OF HUMAN LIFE IN THE WOMB? Which of the two parties' platforms is for abortion on demand, including partial birth abortion (Neal Pollard's note*: I implore you, if you are not aware of it, to inform yourself about the particulars of this gruesome, abominable procedure). In connection with abortion, which of the two parties' platforms advocates embryonic stem cell research?

Have you considered God's platform? God considers the unborn child to be fully human. See Psalm 139:13-15, Job 3:11, Jeremiah 1:5, and Luke 1:35,41. Which of the two major parties' platforms conforms more closely to what God and His Word teaches?

CONCERNING HOMOSEXUALITY AND SAME SEX MARRIAGE? Which of the two major parties' political platforms supports gay rights and same sex marriage while opposing a constitutional amendment that defines marriage as being between only a man and a woman?

Have you considered God's platform? What does God say about marriage? See Genesis 2:18-25, Matthew 19:1-6, and Ephesians 5:1. And, what does God say about homosexuality? See Romans 1:18-32, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Galatians 5:19-21, Leviticus 20:13, and Genesis 19:4-13. Which of the two major parties' platforms conforms more closely to what God and His Word teaches?

CONCERNING RELIGION'S PLACE IN PUBLIC LIFE? Which of the two major parties' platforms openly advocates the divorcing of religion from public events and institutions?

Have you considered God's platform?

Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD. (Psalm 33:12a)

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people. (Proverbs 14:34)

Trust the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. (Proverbs 3:5)

May the hand of God guide us as we enter the voting booth on November 2nd.

(Neal is Gary's son. I read this article in Neal's Daily Bread devotional that he sends out.)