We are called to pray for our leaders so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in godliness and honesty. If God wants us to pray for those in authority, then surely He wants us to pray about who we should vote for in every election.
Because we have friends who are both Democrats and Republicans and Independents who are Christians, I felt it might be helpful to share some basic things when making any political choice for the presidential candidates and any other political office, local and national, and vote with those precepts and principles in mind. The most important thing when voting is not whether we are a Republican or Democrat or any other party, but rather what Biblical principles are we following when choosing any candidate for an office.
Here are some guidelines that we pray will be helpful. Are the candidates qualified for the particular office they are running for? You would not what someone operating on you that was not qualified to do the surgery, neither do you want someone who is not qualified, nor experienced in governmental matters to be in a position of authority they are not qualified for or they do not have enough knowledge and experience for the job.
Without experience and the proper qualifications, bad decisions made by those in power will affect all of the people adversely and sometimes it is years before they can even be reversed, if ever. What have they said? What is their past voting record? For all of us, the words we say and the deeds we do determine who we really are. Talk is cheap, as that is probably the main problem the average person has with most politicians of the past, they have promised much and delivered little.
Certainly we need to allow politicians to change their opinions in certain areas that are fluid themselves i. These kinds of situations require a different approach because the circumstances have now changed or sometimes they have been given additional information later that they did not have when making their original decision or vote in the matter.
However, changing a judgment about a matter is different than saying something in order to get votes or win favor at the moment. Some politicians will lie for the moment just to get into office so we must check for the truth and the facts in controversial matters. Who do they associate with?
People we associate with or have been associated with, definitely have an influence in what we believe. We all hang out with the people we like and whom we have things in common with. The choice of our friends and associates reveal our own beliefs, and ideology. How do they stand on the life and death issues like abortion and euthanasia?
In essence the answer to these questions will determine their integrity and character. Character is very important to me personally and what they believe about abortion is of major concern to me as anyone who does not see that abortion is murder has either bad character, flawed judgment or is grossly deceived and I would not want that person in a position of authority.
Calm my thoughts and emotions and open my heart to your peace, comfort, and wisdom. Help me not to live in fear. Please reduce the feelings of fear and anxiety that plague me. Help me rest in You and trust You as I navigate through this broken world. In Your Name, I pray, Jesus. Download this free devotional: Hope in the Storm - Day Fear and Anxiety Prayer Guide for guidance in prayer to live by faith instead of fear! Urgent: Afghan Christians Plead for Help.
Plus Toggle navigation. Password Assistance. Email address. Bible Verses About Fear. Share Tweet Save. Equally powerful and useful is NKJV audio version. Dan Wagner Your browser does not support the audio element. His reading style is slower and allows you to relax and enjoy God's Word being read to you. David Heath Your browser does not support the audio element.
Your heart will be touched as you hear the spoken Word revealed on your Audio Bible with such clarity and perfection. As David speaks, you will visualize the contents of the scriptures like never before. Its revelatory truth will encourage and inspire you as you walk with God. J Vernon McGee Your browser does not support the audio element. J Vernon McGee was a true man of God. He served the Lord faithfully throughout his life as a pastor, Bible teacher, theologian, and radio minister.
His love and sincere faith radiates from his voice as he reads the Bible. His radio show, Thru the Bible, continues to air worldwide in more than languages. Kelly Ryan Dolan Your browser does not support the audio element.
The Message Bible gives you insight into the heart of God and as Kelly Ryan reads it, you will be delightfully surprised and blessed with his soothing and entertaining voice that cannot be ignored. You have the opportunity to listen on multiple devices, which makes it easier for you to take the Word of God everywhere. The journey to a place closer to God is intensely private and being able to listen to the Word in a lively, clear, and captivating tone keeps it that way.
The reason for this is because every language has different grammar, words, and cultural idioms that do not always have an equal equivalent in a different language. That is why many translators consider accuracy to mean paying careful attention to the words of the original text, and then finding the best possible way to capture its meaning in natural, readable English. So, when it comes down to it, the ESV a word-for-word translation and the NIV a thought-for-thought translation are both good translations.
For example, I gravitate towards a word-for-word translation for more in-depth word studies, and use thought-for-thought translations for more easy, everyday reading.
There are so many resources available to help you in your quest to reading and studying the Word of God. I want to share with you a few of my favs:. If you want to pair your Bible study time with a good book or devotional to help you in your quiet time, here are some great ones all by Christian authors:. I hope these resources have helped you in finding the best Bible translation and Bible study tools for you!
Click below if you want to learn more about other resources I provide that will help you in your walk with the Lord. What do you think of this Bible translation comparison? I would love to know your thoughts in the comments below! Sharing the love of Jesus is one of my favorite things ever, hence why I started this blog!
First Name. In a hurry? Want to save this post? Have you ever heard of the balm of Gilead? First of all, can I just say, I think it is awesome that you are looking for tips on how to study the Bible! I thought the Bible comparison I have just read was good, it held my interest and I read it to the end. I think this website is very well set out and readable. Keep up the good work. Having the Literal translation allows you to see where the Study version originates from.
They are all free to download and have very open licensing. Have a wonderful day!! I thoroughly enjoyed the Bible Translation Spectrum and the dynamics that are involved in it. I have used literally all of the versions mentioned when studying and taking a deep dive it is very important for me to gain clarity, and each version gives me a different perspective and glance at the sphere. Some studies I can glean clarity in several versions, but when I have a specific question concerning the scriptures I tend to stay away from the thought for thought versions because they tend to be a distraction to me.
Thank you so much for this precious tool. So good to read a clear comparison of Bible translations. When he got thru, he explained what he just read. I was able to follow him word-for-word in the Living Bible. I have many versions. Been involved in jail ministry for over 48 years, mostly one-on-one.
Many in jail have no understanding of the Bible or never had one. Never forget the time an inmate who caressed the Bible I gave him like you would caress a newborn baby. He was so glad when I told him it was his to take home. Thank you. Wow, thank you so much for sharing! Thank you for reading, I hope you have a great day! This is a phenomenal breakdown of the different translations. I have a few different ones. It makes the Word just come alive! Now I want those two and a linear Bible!
Perfect analogy with the Spanish translation of como se llama, what a difference maker! Thank you for sharing this.
Why is it that the New Revised Standard Version is not even listed, when it is the version used as the reference by more biblical scholars than any other version?
Hi there! I decided to go with the one that is more recent, the ESV. I hope this helps! Thank you for creating this list, it was helpful to have the descriptions and interesting to hear your personal experience with the different versions.
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