With the election coming up in three days I've been seeing a lot of negative posts and comments about both candidates on Facebook. It is naive realism at its best. It is also very disheartening because many of the posts are from people who proclaim to be Christians. Not that Christians can't have an opinion but when it resorts to name calling or self-righteousness, it's not a good look to the "outside" world.
I realize people come from different walks of life and are walking towards their end. Yes, some people have easier access to "success." However, the concepts and principles apply to everyone the same. I say that to say this...
Our hope is not in man. It is in God, the Creator, the One who created us in His image (in greatness), the One who loves us unconditionally, and has already given us the power to be and do anything. Remember, God is a spirit. His spirit is already in us; therefore, we already have every ability to be and do.
We should not be looking to either of these candidates to do what is already inside of us. When it comes to the economy people are upset about what they think Governor Romney won't do for them; dismissive about what President Obama has not done for them. You cannot wait around for someone to give you a job. Listen, as I say it again, the power to be is already in YOU! But it may and will require you to step outside of your comfort zone.
What are you doing in the meantime? My pastor, Lloyd Bustard, did a sermon once titled In the Meantime. He said in the meantime while you're waiting on God you work. Again, what are YOU doing in the meantime? Are you updating your knowledge, skills, and abilities? Are you continuing or furthering your education? Is your resume up to par? Are you perfecting your interviewing techniques/skills? Are you willing to relocate? There is much you can do. One more time, what are you doing in the meantime to make life better for you?
Think about it. Write out your goals and vision. Write out a plan. Put it into action. YOU CAN DO IT!
And VOTE!! Because the policies of whomever is in office will ultimately effect you in some way.
