God Got the Glory in the 2026 Election
Now that the November 3, 2026, national and state elections are behind us, it is time to reflect on what we have learned.. Regardless of which candidates won or lost, one important truth remains: God is still in control! During election season, we witnessed strong opinions, political maneuvering, personal agendas, and competing efforts to gain power. Unfortunately, these things are not new. People have always pursued their own interests, sometimes at the expense of others. But the Bible gives us important advice about how we should respond when people act selfishly or when circumstances seem unfair.
Psalm 37:1, 2, 7 reminds us not to fret because of those who do evil or become envious of those who seem to succeed through wrongdoing. Their success is temporary. Like grass that withers and flowers that fade, their influence will not last forever. We must not allow political schemes, dishonesty, backroom dealings, or questionable behavior to distract us from seeking God. We cannot control everything that happens in our government or society, but we can control how we respond. We can choose to remain faithful, trust God, and refuse to let the behavior of others determine our attitude.
Psalm 37:3, 4 gives us a wonderful instruction: Trust in the Lord and do good. Delight yourself in Him, and He will give you the desires of your heart. While some people may spend their time plotting, manipulating, and pursuing selfish ambitions, those who love God should spend their time doing what is right. We should not become discouraged because others appear to get ahead through dishonest means.
Our responsibility is to remain faithful to God, treat people fairly, help those in need, and continue doing good even when others do not. We must remember that God's blessings are not determined by election results, political popularity, or the approval of people. Sometimes we must also learn to wait. Psalm 37:7 encourages us to be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him. Waiting is not always easy, especially when we want immediate answers or changes. But God sees what we cannot see, knows what we do not know, and understands what is best for us.
Psalm 37:6 promises that when we commit our way to the Lord, He will make our righteousness shine like the dawn and our vindication like the noonday sun. In other words, we do not have to spend our lives trying to prove ourselves to everyone. We should concentrate on living according to God's Word, following His direction, and allowing our actions to reflect His character.
People will continue to make plans, pursue their interests, and sometimes do things that are contrary to God's principles. But we should not imitate their behavior. Our calling is to live differently. Psalm 37:37, 38 encourages us to consider the blameless and upright person because there is a future for those who pursue peace. The wicked, however, will ultimately face destruction. This reminds us that our character and our relationship with God matter far more than temporary positions of power or worldly success.
As we move beyond the 2026 election, let us not become consumed by political disagreements, disappointments, or celebrations. Elections come and go. Political leaders change. Policies change. But God's faithfulness never changes. Let us continue to pray for our elected officials, regardless of whether we supported them. Let us ask God to give them wisdom, integrity, and compassion as they make decisions that affect our families, communities, and nation.
Most importantly, let us keep our hearts focused on the Lord. We should not allow the actions of others to steal our joy, weaken our faith, or distract us from the work God has given us to do. The election may be over, but our assignment as Christians continues. Let us trust God, delight ourselves in Him, do good, and wait patiently for His direction.
The world may measure success by political victories, money, influence, and power. But we know that lasting victory comes from living according to God's will. Let us remember that people may have their plans, but God has the final word. Let us remain faithful, knowing that in the end, God will get all the glory!
Psalm 37:1-5, 7
New International Version
1 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong;
2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away.
3 Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4 Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
5 Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this:
7 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Psalm 37:6
Amplified Bible
6 He will make your righteousness [your pursuit of right standing with God] like the light, And your judgment like [the shining of] the noonday [sun]
Psalm 37:37, 38
New International Version
37 Consider the blameless, observe the upright; a future awaits those who seek peace.
38 But all sinners will be destroyed; there will be no future for the wicked.
2 comments:
I love all the scriptures sited. We are to remain faithful to God in all things. I was encouraged by an article that highlighted the number of clergy who are now members of Congress. I pray that they follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in their decision making. I pray that they will govern with the people who elected them in mind. I pray 🙏 that they use their positions for good and evil. Remember the battle is not yours. It’s the Lord’s.
God is still on the throne!
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