The apostle Paul wrote, "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God... you must be subject, not only because of wrath but also for conscience' sake." (Ro 13:1, 5). It is our responsibility to yield to the authority of the government, for it is an institution of God. Keep in mind, Paul wrote this in the time of Nero, an exceedingly wicked leader. Only when we are required to do that which is opposed to the law of God are we permitted to be walk contrary to our leaders (Ac 4:19; 5:29).

In many places, the citizens have no say regarding who will lead the country. Whether it be by monarchy, dictatorship, or through unjust election practices, some leaders acquire and exercise authority without so much as a word from the average person. What a privilege it is then to live in a country where we are entitled to a vote; where we can express our view and it actually counts.

So, who should you vote for? I will not recommend any specific candidate, nor will I specify a party which should receive your support. What I will say is that you must vote with your conscience. Party platforms are making this election to be about social programs and monetary wealth. Respectfully, such things should be of little consequence to the Christian when it comes time to fill out the ballot. Moral issues are where it is at. We live in a day when the Christian's voting possibilities are limited by what parties and individuals MPs will do on issues such as abortion and same-sex marriages.

Use your vote to stand against immorality, not to cushion your pocketbook.