In case you haven’t heard, we are gearing up for the mid-term elections nationally on November 3, 2026. Unless you live on another planet, you have undoubtedly heard the constant ads on TV and social media supporting various candidates for public office. I don’t like being bombarded with the constant ads, but I realize it’s necessary to encourage people to get out and vote for their candidate of choice.
Unfortunately, far too many people do not vote at all. A recent statistic reveals 30% of pro-life Christians choose not to vote. I find this extremely disheartening, given that the founders of our country fought and died for the right to vote and choose their leaders in government. So that leads me to ask — should Christians engage in the political process? There’s a lot at stake in the coming midterm elections. Many issues that are considered political are actually moral issues. Throughout American history, pastors have had a strong and influential voice at key moments in our political history, and they need to raise their voices now!
I urge everyone to do their research, to pray, and to vote. The choice is clear. There are definite differences on almost every issue. Whether it’s open borders, men in women’s sports, gender transitioning for children, abortion, or a myriad of other issues, each one of us can vote and make a difference.
Who you choose to vote for has never been more important—get out and vote. As Christians, we are to be salt and light in an ever-decaying, dark world. The phrase salt and light comes from the biblical teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:13–16), where he describes the role and responsibility of his followers in the world.
Why are we to be salt of the earth? Because it preserves, used to preserve food, prevent decay, and add flavor. As a moral influence, Christians are to have a positive, stabilizing, and transformative impact on society that counters moral decay. I can’t think of anything that prevents moral decay than voting for candidates that represent our values and the future of our communities and country. Jesus warned that if salt loses its saltiness, it becomes useless and is thrown out, emphasizing that believers must stay distinct and faithful rather than blending into corrupt cultural standards.
As “light of the world,” we are to be that city on a hill, or a lamp placed on a stand to give light to everyone in the household. Believers are not meant to hide their faith under a bushel basket, but to let our good deeds shine openly so that others see them and give glory to God. As light, we are to expose darkness, offering hope, and pointing people toward redemption through actions and words.
Are you making a difference? Will you vote? Are you being salt and light in this dark world?
Matthew 5:13-16: “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Tagged: Christians in culture, elections and voting, pro-life, scripture
