In light of last night’s election results, I wanted to take some time to reflect on what this means for our country and, more importantly, for Christians. After a few conversations with friends and fellow believers, I’ve been thinking through some of the concerns, frustrations, and biblical truths that should shape our response. These are a few of my thoughts, both as an American who loves this country and as a Christian whose ultimate hope is in Christ.
First and foremost, God is good, God is sovereign, and God is still on His throne. That was true yesterday, it’s true today, and it will never change. God wasn’t surprised by the election results. There is no panic in Heaven.
Some might call me pessimistic when it comes to politics. I consider myself a realist. I don’t expect Republicans to win elections anymore. I’m simply pleasantly surprised when they do. Frankly, I believe too many conservatives are weak in their convictions, while the Left is unapologetically aggressive in advancing its agenda.
And last night was another reminder of that.
We Have a Much Bigger Problem Than Losing Elections
I’m deeply concerned about the direction of this country.
We have Democrats openly celebrating the murder of unborn children through abortion, promoting radical transgender ideology, rejecting God’s design for marriage and sexuality, and supporting immigration and election policies that I believe threaten the security and integrity of our nation.
And then we have politicians like James Talarico, who invoke the name of Jesus Christ while defending positions on abortion and sexuality that directly contradict Scripture and blaspheme the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. I find his use of Christianity to justify those positions deeply offensive and disgusting. Calling yourself a Christian doesn’t make your decisions biblical.
We have figures like Abdul El-Sayed and Zohran Mamdani, whose political positions deserve to be cast out of America. I’m especially concerned about the growing influence of radical Islamist ideology, which is fundamentally incompatible with America and the West. Americans should have learned from September 11 just how dangerous violent Islamist extremism can be.
And yet, some of the same Americans who faithfully post their annual “Never Forget” tributes seem unwilling to take the threat of extremism seriously. How quickly they have forgotten.
Radical Islam is a dangerous ideology, and people should not be afraid to say so.
What concerns me even more than these politicians is how many Americans, including professing Christians, are willing to support policies that contradict biblical principles.
Where Is the Conviction of the Church?
I believe American evangelicalism has a serious problem.
We’ve become weak, comfortable, and far too willing to remain silent in the face of evil.
We don’t want to offend anyone. We don’t want to be controversial. We don’t want to lose friends.
But since when did following Christ mean avoiding confrontation with wickedness?
Ephesians 5:11 commands believers to expose the unfruitful works of darkness, not quietly tolerate them.
Christians who have the freedom and opportunity to vote should take that responsibility seriously. We have been entrusted with freedoms that countless generations never enjoyed, and we will answer to God for how we stewarded them, as with everything else.
And Christians who blindly vote for politicians simply because they claim to follow Jesus need to exercise biblical discernment.
Jesus said, “You will recognize them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:16).
Examine their policies. Examine their character. Examine what they actually defend and promote.
And yes, that includes Republicans.
Voting Republican doesn’t make you a Christian, and voting doesn’t determine your salvation. But our faith should absolutely influence our political convictions, just as it should influence every other area of our lives.
We ought to be ashamed of how easily biblical convictions have been traded for political convenience, social acceptance, and silence.
Remember, Christians Lived Under Nero
Here’s something worth remembering.
A dear brother in Christ reminded me that Christians lived under Nero.
The early church endured persecution under one of history’s most notorious Roman emperors. Yet the church survived, grew, and continued proclaiming the gospel.
God was sovereign then, just as He is now.
Throughout history, God has used persecution to purify His church, strengthen genuine believers, and expose superficial faith. The Church thrives under persecution.
Perhaps the greatest problem facing American Christianity isn’t persecution. Perhaps it’s that we’ve become so comfortable that we’ve forgotten what it means to stand firmly for Christ when doing so actually costs us something.
As the familiar saying goes, evil triumphs when good men do nothing.
We cannot afford to do nothing.
Don’t Lose Heart. We Still Have Work to Do.
Despite my frustration and disappointment with these results, I am not discouraged about God’s purposes.
Jesus said:
“In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33, ESV
Our confidence in God should never depend on an election.
And practically speaking, we still have reasons for encouragement.
President Trump remains in office and retains his veto power. We still have leaders in this administration whom I believe genuinely seek God’s wisdom and pray for our nation.
And more importantly, we have faithful Christians throughout this country who are praying, raising their families in the fear and admonition of the Lord, serving their churches, and proclaiming the gospel.
Dave Ramsey has often made the point that rarely does what happens in the White House affect what happens in my house.
There’s truth in that.
We still have families to lead, children to raise, churches to serve, businesses to run, and the world that desperately needs the gospel.
We still have a responsibility to stand against evil, defend biblical truth, and participate in the freedoms God has providentially allowed us to enjoy.
But we must never confuse political victories with spiritual victories.
Our Hope Was Never in Washington
I love America. I want my children to grow up in a country that values life, protects freedom, honors the family, and recognizes objective truth.
That’s why elections matter to me.
But I love Christ infinitely more.
And as much as I love this country, my citizenship is ultimately in Heaven (Philippians 3:20).
Our King isn’t elected. He cannot be impeached. His authority doesn’t depend on Congress, and His purposes cannot be overturned by the American electorate.
So yes, I’m frustrated. I’m concerned. And I believe Christians need to wake up, recover their convictions, and stop being afraid to stand against evil. Put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18).
But I’m not afraid of the future.
God is still on His throne. Christ has overcome the world. And His church will prevail.
Pray for our country. Pray for our leaders. Know your Bible. Stand for truth. Vote with conviction. Refuse to compromise.
And remember, our greatest mission isn’t to save America through politics. It’s to proclaim the Savior who alone can save sinners.
Now, let’s get back to work.
