Vote or shut up

It's primary day today. I know complaining is a sin, but in my mind, it's even worse if you have a chance to make things better and you don't do it. Especially if it requires little or no effort.

I feel very blessed that in our country, we can vote for everyone from judges, to the sheriff, to the President and everyone gets a say in how our government spends our money (and it is OUR money!!)

While the slate of candidates this go-round really isn't that great, everyone has an opinion and a right to express it in the voting booth. I get tired of hearing folks moan and complain about how downtrodden they are and how bad and hopeless things are. When you read about a very SMALL voter turnout, it seems most folks are too lazy to get out and DO something about it! (have I lit a fire in anyone's belly yet? I hope so!)

I'll probably try and watch both conventions this summer and see who seems the most truthful and fiscally conservative. My guess is I'll make my final decision based on VP candidates since none of the "big three" seem to interested in consistent personal integrity. I'm glad Jesus said and lived out the fact that He was the way, the truth and the life. I'm also thankful that God is sovereign and He sets up (and tears down) kings and kingdoms.