From the Pastor's Pen

Many have already voted, either early or mail-in, casting their ballots to elect representatives and leaders to guide us in the ensuing years. It is both privilege and responsibility in our democratic republic and one that should not be taken lightly. While much of the focus has been on the Presidential leadership, there are countless other offices and issues on the ballot that deserve our attention and consideration. Please, if you have not already done so, take the time to vote!
I’m sure that many of you, like me, are tired of the bombastic rhetoric that has permeated the media in all its forms. From major networks to social media platforms, negative comments and advertising have become the norm attempting to discredit the “other”. I have heard comments that as a youngster would have earned my mouth being washed out with soap. It might still be a good idea, in an effort to clean up the language that gets bandied about.
It is my hope and prayer that order will prevail on election day and the days following, as votes are counted and winners declared. In this age of instant information, we need to be patient as counts and recounts are undertaken and tallied up for final results.
I also pray for the orderly and peaceful transition of leadership in its various forms, from the top of the ticket to all of the local and community issues that will be determined. We pray for smooth transitions as gavels are passed and leadership changes.
In this free and fruitful land, we are blessed to determine our leadership at the ballot box, as well as the outcome of various local issues. May we as individuals and a nation embrace these freedoms and our elected leadership in its many forms, and may God Bless America!

Blessings and Peace and Love,  

Pastor Dave