For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps. — 1 Peter 2:21
Today is Election Day in the United States and Americans will cast their votes on the future of the country. This devotional is not to advocate for one party or another. Across the country, it is clearly evident the division that exists in our nation. More than that, the intolerance of Christianity is becoming more evident.
When you listen to the opinions of those around us, it is clear that they want the permissive lifestyle. No one wants to hear about God, sin, or even right and wrong. Instead, everyone wants to do what they want, how they want. It seems that everyone wants a lifestyle without repercussions. One where they can simply do what they want when they want.
In Matthew 24, Jesus warned against this permissive lifestyle. He said that as in the days of Noah, so it would be in the time for Jesus return. Without a doubt, we are closer to the return of Jesus today than most would probably imagine. Yet, so many people live as if He is never coming back!
In this verse, Peter writes how we were given an example to walk in the footsteps of Christ. He didn’t say we needed more Republicans, Democrats, Independents, or any other political party. He said we need to be more like Jesus. We need to live our Christian calling, walking in the example we were given.
Today, remember that being a Christian is more important than anything else. Our hearts desire should be to live our lives according to His example. We will not be perfect, but we should give it our best effort. Being more like Jesus isn’t easy, but it is what we are called to do.
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