RE: Presidential Candidates

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RE: Presidential Candidates
Topic Started: Aug 4 2008, 01:36 PM (111 Views)
Kaylyn	Aug 4 2008, 01:36 PM Post #1
Advanced Member Posts: 268 Group: Members Member #32 Joined: September 25, 2005	During my daily Internet rounds, I have come across two basic schools of thought within the Christian community. Those that feel we must vote for McCain as the lesser of two evils. Although McCain is further left than any true conservative Christian would ever want, the general consensus seems to be that he is still a better alternative to Obama any day. Then there are those that feel neither Obama or McCain are deserving of our votes. Many feel that it would be unconscionable for a Christian to cast a vote for either based on information we know about the candidates. Some leaders have even gone as far as to promote a "none of the above" vote. Others have just decided we simply should not vote at all. What I have missed reading however, from either camp, is any discussion regarding the Constitution's Party choice: Chuck Baldwin. He is a Christian and a constitutionalist. I am sure one argument from the first camp would be, that in straying from the two-party system, a vote for Baldwin would be risky as it would take away from McCain votes and Obama would win as a result. (That is always the main argument imho--there wouldn't be enough votes for the third party candidate) For the second group I have even read posts on various boards where those opposed to voting have implied that any Christian who would even think of voting this time around are on their way to the judgment seat of God to answer for their crimes. (A tad bit judgmental I think :no no) Why would those who are so strongly urging fellow Christians either not to vote or to vote a throw away vote... instead take a chance and encourage others who are not satisfied with the two-party choice to vote for a man from a third party who is both a Christian and a constitutionalist? Why would a vote for Chuck Baldwin be a worse choice than a no-vote or “a none of the above” vote?
	And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9


kgreen20	Aug 4 2008, 02:42 PM Post #2
Advanced Member Posts: 1,650 Group: Advanced Members Member #96 Joined: January 7, 2006	Because a vote for Baldwin would have the negative effect of putting Obama in the White House. And once Barack Obama Hussein takes the oath of office, we can kiss our nation good-bye. It will perish. On the other hand, if McCain becomes president, we'll still have a chance to survive. Edited by kgreen20, Aug 4 2008, 02:43 PM.



day late	Aug 4 2008, 03:43 PM Post #3
Advanced Member Posts: 670 Group: Advanced Members Member #589 Joined: January 21, 2007	Mat 12:36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. Given the above as true and correct, I can't vote for either of the main candidates. My choice is writing in Ron Paul. At least I won't have to explain to Jesus why I knowingly voted for evil. I've already got to much on my plate to explain, as do we all. ANY sin, no matter how big or small is still sin. And an offense to God.



OnTheHorizon	Aug 4 2008, 04:05 PM Post #4
Advanced Member Posts: 1,067 Group: Advanced Members Member #58 Joined: November 9, 2005	I don't think I can stomach voting the less of two evils this time around. I may, for the first time, not vote along party lines. I may write in or vote third party.



lionschild	Aug 4 2008, 04:11 PM Post #5
Advanced Member Posts: 426 Group: Members Member #2,333 Joined: December 11, 2007	I heard a caller on the Rush Limbaugh radio show say she was going to write in Jesus Christ. I wonder how many are thinking that way? I will not vote for Obama or Mc Cain.
	The King has need of thee!


nova10	Aug 4 2008, 04:45 PM Post #6
Advanced Member Posts: 172 Group: Advanced Members Member #20 Joined: September 22, 2005	I'm not american... but what happened to the other potential candidates such as Jerry Curry? Are they being ignored or unable to keep up with Obama and the others?
	Psalms 115:1 Not to Us, O Lord, Not To Us But to your name be the glory because of your love and your faithfulness


Kaylyn	Aug 4 2008, 09:38 PM Post #7
Advanced Member Posts: 268 Group: Members Member #32 Joined: September 25, 2005	Kathy G. is the only one who answered why she wouldn't vote for Chuck Baldwin, using the first argument I presented. Thanks Kathy. I do understand that reasoning. And Daylate mentioned an alternative person to vote for other than the two main choices. Rest assured, should I vote for McCain, it will be because I spent time in prayer and in faith came to my decision. I won't be "knowingly" voting for evil. I am sure most spirit-filled, mature Christians are approaching this election on their knees. Are there reasons other than what KathyG. said regarding Chuck Baldwin that would make him undesirable/unqualfied for a Christian to vote for?
	And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9


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