Michael Harrison's e-devotion

  Today is Election Day.  We have the awesome opportunity and responsibility to share our thoughts by voting.  This is one of our rights as an American.   I am an American and a Christian.  Those two things go together but not because all Americans are Christian.  I was born in the United States.  I am a Christian because Jesus forgave my sins and is the one I choose to follow.   Because I am a Christian and an American I want to share what I believe with others.  It is important that we do what we believe is right.  Doing what is right is not always the popular, but it is always right.   Romans 15:2  NLT We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord.   US citizens are given the responsibility of voting.  In some countries around the world voting is not an opportunity.  In some countries Christians are persecuted and oppressed.  We really are blessed, and that is one more rea...

Romans 13:1  NLT Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God.   I am a Christian and believe being a good citizen is important.  Because I am a Christian and an American I want to share what I believe with others.  It is important that we do what we believe is right and share with others.  Doing what is right is not always popular, but it is always right.   Romans 15:2  NLT We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord.   Today we have the honor to voting, and it is Election Day.  We have the right to speak our mind by voting.  This is a right as an American.  In our country we have the responsibility of voting.  In some places around the world Christians are persecuted and oppressed.  Some places don’t have the opportunity to vote. We really are blessed, and that is one more reason we mus...

  This is a special time for our country as we have a new president.  Whether you agree with or like the new leadership, it our place as Christians to be what a follower of Christ should be. I suggest there are two parts to being a Christian and honoring our leaders.  These are simple.  Neither calls for you to join a political party.  These are things that make all of us stronger and better.  They also make this country stronger and better. Romans 13:1  NLT Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. First, be a good citizen. Be responsible by doing what good citizens do.  There could be a long list, but a few of them would be these: be kind and help others, vote and share your opinion, obey the laws of the lands, support leaders. The Bible says much about being a good citizen.  Do you remember as I do one of those boxes on our report card...

  This is not meant to be a post about politics or division.  Simply I want to share my position and plea to God for our country. My prayer is for peace and unity.  Asking God for others is called intercession, and this is something Christians are encouraged to do.  Pray for others.  Pray for those in need.  When you feel you can do nothing else, you can pray. Spend time praying.  Spend time looking to God for what is happening around us.  But don’t be eaten up by all the negativity.  Remember that God is always, always in control.  God is always working.  His good will come out and many lives will be changed because of what God is doing. Seeking the blessing of God for you and for others. Psalm 33:12  NASB Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, The people He has chosen for His own inheritance. Make sure that prayer is a priority for you and for those you influence. 2 Chronicles 7:14  NLT Then if my people who are ca...

  Today is voting day, election day, in the USA.  We have a great privilege to live in this land.  Yes, things may be hard and troubled, but we have so many blessings that others around the world don't.  If you haven't voted yet, step up and exercise your right and responsibility to do so.  I am praying for our nation and leaders today.  Join me. Why vote?  Be a good citizen.  Honor God and the standards He calls us to hold.  Make a difference. Where should we focus?  These are tough times, but all around us are all kinds of blessings.  What we choose to focus on changes everything for us and others.  Choose to be negative and you will lead others to be negative.  Be position and see how others begin to see the light or dream big. Why even care?  Many think that they will not make a difference to vote or to be kind or to go out of our way for someone else.  We should stop looking at the struggle and what holds ba...