"my Faith Matters" Why Christians Voting Is So Important In The Upcoming Election, Both Local And National. Series

Ron Auch Jr

Prayer House Assembly of God

Kenosha Wi

Sep 22, 2024

"My Faith Matters" Why Christians voting is so important in the upcoming election, both local and national.

This morning I would like to deliver to you a talk why it is important for Christians to vote in this upcoming election. I aim to persuade you to understand that as believers, we have a holy obligation to uphold the things of God in our land.

This past Tuesday (11/10/2024) we had, NFAB with us here at Prayer House in Kenosha, wi.

((((SLIDE)))) The NFAB is a national collaboration of faith-based leaders and organizations creating generational change with a strong, unified, uncompromising voice on the issues and policies that matter most to the faith community.

NFAB was here for the “My Faith Matters” tour, promoting Pastors Impacting Policy.

We had with us, Pastor Paula White-Cain, Dr Tim Clinton, Senior Advisor Jenny Korn, Pastor Jensen Franklin, Dr. Malachi O’ Brien, Bishop Kelvin Cobris and Pastor Todd Lamphere with us.

((((SLIDE)))) Senior Advisor, Jenny Korn who was Deputy Assistant to President Trump said, “Politics matter because policies matter because people matter.”

((((SLIDE)))) Exodus 23:1–3, “You shall not bear a false report; do not join your hand with a wicked man to be a malicious witness. 2 “You shall not follow the masses in doing evil, nor shall you testify in a dispute so as to turn aside after a multitude in order to pervert justice; 3 nor shall you be partial to a poor man in his dispute.”

(((((SLIDE)))) Proverbs 31:9, “Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the rights of the afflicted and needy.”

((((SLIDE)))) Isaiah 1:17, “Learn to do good; Seek justice, Reprove the ruthless, Defend the orphan, Plead for the widow.”

((((SLIDE)))) Psalm 82:3–4, “Vindicate the weak and fatherless; Do justice to the afflicted and destitute. 4 Rescue the weak and needy; Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked.”

((((SLIDE)))) Proverbs 28:6, “Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than he who is crooked though he be rich.”

((((SLIDE)))) Proverbs 28:28, “When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; But when they perish, the righteous increase.”

5 points citing the United States Constitution, the Federalist Papers, and the Holy Scriptures. Today we are going to draw connections between Christian responsibilities and the principles of civic duty and governance outlined in the founding documents of the U.S.

((((SLIDE)))) 1. Civic Responsibility and Obeying Authorities

((((SLIDE)))) • Constitutional Defense:

The Preamble of the U.S. Constitution sets the purpose of government: ((((SLIDE)))) “to establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty.” Voting enables citizens to influence how the government fulfills these purposes.

((((SLIDE)))) • Federalist Papers Defense:

((((SLIDE)))) In Federalist No. 51, James Madison emphasizes that a government derives its power from the people, stating, ((((SLIDE)))) “the dependence on the people is, no doubt, the primary control on the government.” Voting is a civic responsibility where citizens exercise control over the direction of government, aligning with the biblical principle of being subject to governing authorities ((((SLIDE)))) Romans 13:1-2 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.

((((SLIDE)))) 2. Seeking the Welfare of the Community

• ((((SLIDE)))) Constitutional Defense:

The Tenth Amendment reserves powers to the states and the people, underscoring the importance of civic engagement in shaping local and national welfare. Voting for leaders who seek the welfare of communities is a constitutional right that reflects a Christian’s duty to seek the peace and prosperity of the city, ((((SLIDE)))) Jeremiah 29:7 Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf; for in its welfare you will have welfare.’

• ((((SLIDE)))) Federalist Papers Defense:

In Federalist No. 10, Madison argues that a large republic can guard against factions and promote the public good. Christians voting for leaders who will advance peace and welfare align with this vision of a government that prioritizes the well-being of all citizens.

3. ((((SLIDE)))) Promoting Justice and Righteousness

• Constitutional Defense:

The Fourteenth Amendment enshrines the principles of equal protection and justice under the law. Voting is an essential mechanism through which citizens hold leaders accountable to uphold these constitutional values of justice and righteousness, reflecting the biblical principle of promoting justice. ((((SLIDE)))) Proverbs 29:2 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan.

• Federalist Papers Defense:

In ((((SLIDE)))) Federalist No. 51, Madison stresses the need for a government capable of controlling itself and protecting citizens’ rights, emphasizing justice as the end of government. Christians can use their vote to promote righteous leaders who will ensure justice for all. Right now, we are actively sitting under a government that ensures justice for some…