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July 6, 2012

Front Porch Friday: What about Christians & Politics?

It’s 4th of July week in this 2012 election year, and on today’s Front Porch Friday we’re going to talk about Christians and politics: can the two mix?

I’ll share what I believe, and because this is America — and because this blog is a place where you can exercise free speech — I welcome your comments about today’s topic. So, come on over, and I’ll see you on the porch!

Your sister,

I’d love to hear your feedback, Founding Father quotes and others, or scriptures on this topic. Or if you have a question you’d like me to answer on a future Front Porch Friday, please post it as a comment below, or email me at priority@priorityministries.com. Love!

Click here to watch other videos in the “Ask Laurie” series!

The following quotes were found on WallBuilders.com — a great site for information about our Christian heritage and important issues facing our country today:

“We electors have an important constitutional power placed in our hands; we have a check upon two branches of the legislature . . . the power I mean of electing at stated periods [each] branch . . . It becomes necessary to every [citizen] then, to be in some degree a statesman, and to examine and judge for himself of the tendency of political principles and measures. Let us examine, then, with a sober . . and a Christian spirit; let us neglect all party [loyalty] and advert to facts; let us believe no man to be infallible or impeccable in government any more than in religion; take no man’s word against evidence, nor implicitly adopt the sentiments of others who may be deceived themselves, or may be interested in deceiving us.”  John Adams, The Papers of John Adams, Robert J. Taylor, ed. (Cambridge: Belknap Press, 1977), vol 1, p. 81, from “‘U’ to the Boston Gazette” written on August 29, 1763.

“I have one great political idea . . . that idea is an old one. It is widely and generally assented to; nevertheless, it is very generally trampled upon and disregarded. The best expression of it, I have found in the Bible. It is in substance, ‘Righteousness exalteth a nation; sin is a reproach to any people’ (Proverbs 14:34). This constitutes my politics – the negative and positive of my politics and the whole of my politics . . . I feel it my duty to do all in my power to infuse this idea into the public mind, that it may speedily be recognized and practiced upon by our people.” Frederick Douglass, The Frederick Douglass Papers, John Blassingame, editor (New Haven: Yale University Press, 1982), Vol. 2, p. 397, from a speech delivered at Ithaca, New York, October 14th, 1852.

“The time has come that Christians must vote for honest men and take consistent ground in politics or the Lord will curse them . . . Christians have been exceedingly guilty in this matter. But the time has come when they must act differently . . . Christians seem to act as if they thought God did not see what they do in politics. But I tell you He does see it — and He will bless or curse this nation according to the course they [Christians] take [in politics].” Charles G. Finney, Lectures on Revivals of Religion (New York: Fleming H. Revell Company, 1868), Lecture XV, pp. 281-282.

Be informed: visit these websites for up-to-date information on politics, issues of the day, and current legislation:  Wallbuilders.com, Citizenlink.com, and FamilyResearchCouncil.org .

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  1. lana says

    July 6, 2012 at 11:19 am

    You are so darn cute. God made you super special. I could listen to you talk about just about anything.

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    • Laurie Cole says

      July 6, 2012 at 1:28 pm

      So sweet, Lana . . . thank you! Love!

      Reply
  2. mindyferguson says

    July 6, 2012 at 11:29 am

    This is a great segment, Laurie. What a wonderful reminder of our responsibility to get involved in the political process.

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    • Laurie Cole says

      July 6, 2012 at 1:07 pm

      What a blessing to hear from you, Mindy! And thanks for the encouragement. Hope you also noticed Emily’s post last week. I would so love for you to considering writing for our blog some this fall. Please pray about it. Love and prayers to you!

      Reply
  3. Estella Davis says

    July 6, 2012 at 11:35 am

    Laurie, I remember my Daddy (WWII Vet) telling me that he and others fought for the rights of freedom and independence from evildoers. He further went on to say that it was every man’s Christian duty to fight to preserve those rights as did our founding fathers of this great nation. Laurie you have to understand that my Daddy was not a formally educated man, but be was the most intellectual man I have ever known. He gave us the inspiration to achieve and be all that we could be with the grace of God and hard work. Yes, I believe that Christians must be involved in politics to help keep our country in check with God who is the President of all countries!

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    • Laurie Cole says

      July 6, 2012 at 3:00 pm

      Such a sweet testimony, Estella. Thank you for sharing about your Daddy . . . whose wisdom and service to our country continues to inspire others to this day. Blessings to you!

      Reply
  4. Glenda says

    July 6, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    I love this! I have always been an avid voter and involved to a certain extent and when I retired and became more involved with women’s studies in our church I was absolutely shocked to find out that quite a few of them didn’t even know how to vote and weren’t sure they wanted to learn. I still don’t understand the concept of thinking we Christians shouldn’t be involved in the running of our country. It would be so beneficial if we could take this subject even further, don’t you think?

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    • Laurie Cole says

      July 6, 2012 at 1:27 pm

      Yes, Glenda, I do. And I’m so grateful for the way God is using your influence and example to encourage other Christian women to be involved. Keep up the good work!

      Reply
  5. Mary Trainer says

    July 6, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    Laurie, I love front porch Friday and I look forward to the discussions.
    .Since I am very involved in the political process, I’m so glad the question was ask and you gave a great answer and backed it up with scripture. I will use much of what you said in discussing with those that need an answer to this question. Christians have been silent much too long and our country is in a mess. One person can make a difference but when we band together, we can change the face of this nation and turn it back to God. Thank you so much for what you do and your faithfulness our our Father.

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    • Laurie Cole says

      July 6, 2012 at 1:21 pm

      Girl, you can preach! Loved every word you wrote. But I especially loved what you said about the power we have when we “band together.” I’m with you, Mary! “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land” (2 Chron. 7:14).

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  6. Linda Duke says

    July 6, 2012 at 2:05 pm

    Laurie,
    Yes, christians should definitely be involved in politics. It is our christian obligation. God gave us a free country and he expects us to speak up in matters of concern and not just to look the other way.
    We have got to come to our knees and stand up and take action. We cannot continue to just look past everything that is happening. If we take our eyes off the goal the enemy can come in through the back door. We are not fighting government but we are fighting powers, and principalities of the air which are evil and would love to destroy our beautiful America.

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  7. Kay says

    July 6, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    Great answer and great video Laurie! I love watching and listening to you. Your southern accent is music to this transplanted southerner’s ear! And you are SO SMART! Love you!

    Reply
  8. Carol says

    July 6, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    I agree with lana! I listen just to hear your sweet voice! Great topic too. Bless you Laurie for doing these little talks. I love them. I’ve led two of your Bible studies and love them!

    Reply
  9. Cheryl Faircloth says

    July 7, 2012 at 7:49 am

    How I appreciate you taking this question! My husband, Wayne, decided to put himself out there to run for office. We have been involved in politics on a level that most never experience. It has been one of the most difficult ventures we have ever taken on. The Runoff is July 31st and we are still in it. I truly believe that Christians are the key to our future. May we get off the couch and get involved for His glory!

    Cheryl Faircloth

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  10. Teri says

    July 8, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    I also agree with Lana Laurie…I so enjoy the video’s…so enlighting!

    Reply

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