I usually don't talk politics. But I thought I would share my thoughts since it's what is on everyone's minds today.
Although there is a lot to complain about in the American political system, there is so much to be grateful for. The truth is derisive party politics have been with us since Jefferson and Adams. And although there may be a better way, our system has stood the test of time (so far). I always feel grateful after an election cycle (even when the candidate I voted for doesn't win) that our country maintains its stability through elections. There are so many places in the world where elections spark riots and even civil war. Thank goodness we live in a place were we have the freedom to vote and can retain relative stability no matter who takes office.
This election cycle I have also felt a renewed sense of duty to pray for our nation and president. I really do love our country, and I care deeply about it's future. Yet, there is rarely evidence of this in my prayers or actions. It's easy to point fingers, but more important to do something. I really feel that the decline of our nation has more to do with the collective decisions of each individual than it has to do with our leaders. Although I didn't agree with the bailout, I don't think that's what ruined the economy; in my opinion, it was a million greedy people who lived beyond their means.
Although many Republicans may be despairing today-- thinking that President Obama taking office for the second time is the end of the world-- I think the source of our county's problems is on a much lower level. It's the moral decline of our nation that troubles me most. If everyone would commit to being honest (especially fiscally), commit to being faithful to their spouses, commit to properly raise the children they've conceived, and commit to spend every day in a productive manner (even if they are unemployed), I think many of our country's problems would solve themselves.
So I'm committing to do these things myself. And I'm committing to pray for our nation and for President Obama.
5 comments:
I found this after I wrote the post: http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/article/statement-on-election-result
Well said. I couldn't have said it better myself.
Well said, Sarah. Even though we were disappointed with the result of the elections, we are still so blessed to live in this country with this peaceful political system. We can still continue to pray for this great nation to stay great.
As usual, well said Sarah. I completely agree. I love hearing your opinion on things, you are always so rational and level headed. I miss being able to talk to you about things on a regular basis!
Amen.
Post a Comment