We have already been inundated with political ads in my part of the country as I’m sure most of you have.   If this is any indicator of what lies ahead, I think we’re in for a long couple of years.

As a Christian and a American, I believe that God is the One who instituted government in its purest form.  I don’t think He had anything to do with the process of campaigning however.  In fact, I think He’s undoubtedly shaking His head in disbelief as our nation prepares for another local election and setting up for the next presidential vote.

TV ads have become so filled with lies and deceit towards the opposing parties, it’s difficult to determine which party the candidate is running for.  Tremendous amounts of money is spent on these ads.  The money is raised by those already in high office so that their party will remain in power.  Special interest groups get on the band wagon and throw in their tribute to guarantee payback from their investment as soon as their choice is elected.  It makes you wonder if there is any truth in the political process anymore.  It also makes me wonder why anyone of any integrity would want to be a candidate.

Lord, I know that you are in control of all things that are happening in our world.  Help me to be discerning when choosing the right candidate.  So much false information is infiltrating our ever changing world and I find it difficult to see truth in any of it.  Help me remember that you control the universe and everything in it.  Give me the faith to trust that you will make something good from every situation – even the things that have been corrupted by the devil. Amen!