After much deliberation I did decide to vote this year (at least in the Ohio, March 4 election). I primarily decided to vote due to a tax levy for the Knox County MR/DD. I could have justified voting "no" but after much careful consideration, prayer, and dialogue with intelligent, informed friends, I did vote yes for the tax levy. My primary dilemna was one considering the role of the Church and the role of government. Another post will further unpack said dilemna. The only other position for which I voted was the Democratic Party presidential candidate. I voted for Barack Obama. Once again, another post will further unpack my decision.
Matthew 5:38-48, NASB
"You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. If anyone want to sue you and take your shirt, let him have your coat also. Whoever forces you to go one mile, go with him two. Give to him who asks of you, and do not turn away from him who wants to borrow from you. You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven; for He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? If you greet only you brothers, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect."
6 comments:
I'll look forward to reading those, I voted no on the levy, some what in line with you initial concerns and some what due to jurisdiction concerns, I don't agree with this being a regional expense, but that is a different blog as well.
WOW...I am suprised you voted.
Not a bad suprise, just suprised.
I did too though.
Also for Obama...
I too will be looking forward to the future posts.
he's a muslim. his middle name is hussain. he's gonna blow us up. don't you listen to sean hannity?
i too voted in the primary. my guy never stood a chance though. i am not voting in the general. my last blog post says why.
http://whatiskingdom.blogspot.com/2008/03/slowly-shedding-empire.html
Hey TK I posted a thought about your question in our meeting tonight, tell me what you think friend......
-Steb-
joe.
i agree. obama is not the best candidate. i was going to vote for kucinich but when i showed up there was a sign posted that said all ballots for kucinich would be thrown out.
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