Super Tuesday (Part 2)

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. Isaiah 9:6

I wonder what Jesus’ "political" platform would be? How would Jesus campaign? Would He be a Republican or a Democrat, or would He stay Independent? Maybe He would start His own “Illumination” party!

As we consider which candidate we will cast our ballot for next Tuesday, we listen to their words, we watch their actions, and we examine their pasts. Jesus’ words were always clear,

• “I have come to proclaim good news to the poor, freedom for the prisoners, give light to those who are in darkness, to set the oppressed free, and to proclaim God’s favor upon His children." (Luke 4:18-19)
• "Those who follow me must deny their own desires and take up their cross” (Mark 8:34)
• “If you want to follow me you must sell your possessions and give to the poor” (Matthew 19:21)
• “Feed the hungry, clothe the naked, care for the forgotten and take care of the stranger, visit the prisoners” (See Matthew 25: 34-46)

His actions were always consistent with His words, and His past record was eternally evident! Jesus’ “platform” is still the foundation of His Kingdom come. As His followers, as members of His Party, we are responsible for its continuation. As we consider our vote for next Tuesday, let’s consider the Kingdom agenda and vote accordingly.

Check out the link to this week's book suggestion: God's Politics, Why the Right Gets It Wrong and the Left Doesn't Get It by Jim Wallis.