THE WHY

As the 2024 presidential election draws near, it’s important to reflect on how our faith shapes both our words and actions.

By exploring three key questions—Who is in Charge, What is at Stake, and How Should We Act—we hope to remind you of the core biblical truths that deeply influence and impact how we engage with the world around us.

We hope the resources below enrich and equip you and your family to navigate this season with grace, wisdom, and a Christ-centered perspective.

1. WHO IS IN CHARGE?

The hope of all humans has never been solely in government. Government is a good gift from God, but our confidence is in God’s sovereignty – His control, His authority, and His presence with us.

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD

EQUIPPING BLOG POST

Our Executive Pastor of Ministries, David Barrett, wrote short blog posts where he dives into the theology behind each of our three questions. Check out this blog post to read more about the sovereignty of God and why we can trust Him as the ultimate authority over heaven and earth.

SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD PODCAST EPISODE

Sometimes, believing that God is truly in control of all things is easier said than done. Listen in on this conversation between Dr. Gary Singleton, Pierce Vanderslice, and David Barrett about trusting in the sovereignty of God in the midst of uncertainty!

SOVEREIGNTY: THE GOD OF INFINITE RULE
Check out this article by Jen Wilkin about the limits of human authority versus the infinite power and rule of our King!
KNOWING GOD

Want to grow in your understanding of who God is and what He is like? Check out the book Knowing God by J.I. Packer.

THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE HOLY
Knowing that God is sovereign isn’t quite the same as experiencing it through prayer and personal testimony. Read The Knowledge of the Holy by A.W. Tozer and practice inviting God’s all-powerful presence into your everyday life.

2. WHAT IS AT STAKE?

The local church is bound and committed to God and to one another by the gospel. We won’t necessarily resolve all of our wisdom-based political judgments this side of heaven. However, when we commit to unity in non-essentials, it helps us love one another amid those different wisdom-based judgments.

THE UNITY OF THE CHURCH

EQUIPPING BLOG POST

Our Executive Pastor of Ministries, David Barrett, wrote short blog posts where he dives into the theology behind each of our three questions. Check out this blog post to read more about the unity of the Church and why we have to be committed to one another as the body of Christ!

UNITY OF THE CHURCH PODCAST EPISODE

Why is it important to be unified as the Church during the election? Listen in to this conversation between Dr. Gary Singleton, Pierce Vanderslice, and David Barrett as they discuss the importance of Church unity – even when we might vote differently.

WHAT CHURCH UNITY IS AND ISN'T
Get a clearer picture of what church unity looks like with this short article by J.D. Greear as he debunks some misconceptions about what unity really means.
UNTIL UNITY
Challenge yourself to take unity seriously and read this book by Francis Chan called Until Unity! 

3. HOW SHOULD WE ACT?

As witnesses in the world, God commissions and releases us into His world as heralds and ambassadors of His Kingdom that has come and is coming.

THE ROLE OF CHRISTIANS

EQUIPPING BLOG POST

Our Executive Pastor of Ministries, David Barrett, wrote short blog posts where he dives into the theology behind each of our three questions. Check out this blog post to read more about the role of Christians in the midst of a divided and broken world.

ROLE OF CHRISTIANS PODCAST EPISODE

How does knowing that God is sovereign and the importance of Church unity change the way that we act? Listen in to this conversation between Dr. Gary Singleton, Pierce Vanderslice, and David Barrett and hear practical ways that we can love our neighbor and glorify God through our voting this election year!

RESPONDING WITH GRACE WHEN POLITICAL TEMPERATURES RISE
Watch this video by Christianity Today and grow in your ability to respond with grace and forgiveness, even with those who you disagree with.
HOW TO KNOW A PERSON
Watch this video by Christianity Today that gives advice on how to focus on the soul of someone instead of how you are different.
LOVING YOUR ENEMY
Check out this recent sermon by our own Dr. Gary Singleton where he teaches from Jesus’s very own words to love your enemy in the Sermon on The Mount.

FAMILY RESOURCES

Talking to Your Teens

With social media, pressure from peers, and the clock-ticking until they are voting for themselves, it can be hard for teens to navigate the political landscape while representing Jesus to those who don’t know Him. Check out this guide for helpful ways to discuss this year’s election with your teen below!
TEEN ELECTION GUIDE

Talking to Your Kids

Kids hear more about the presidential election than you think! And discussing what we believe as Christians when it comes to navigating politics can be a helpful conversation to start now with your little ones! Check out this guide for tips on how to walk with your kids through this election season.

KIDS ELECTION GUIDE