Christian Voter Values Part 3

Marriage and Family

When we talk about marriage and family many immediately think about three areas: abortion, the definition of marriage, and divorce.

Marriage should always be defined as a covenant between a man and a woman to live the rest of their lives together. Homosexuality should never cross into this realm. I understand that some people would even like to have civil unions between people, but to be honest, even that leans too much toward marriage.

Because our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian beliefs, we should honor a commitment to hold on to values that have carried this nation for so many years. To deny our heritage will quickly destroy the moral fibers that hold our nation together.

Abortion is a sin. I had never thought about the lengths people go to to save a nest of baby turtle eggs as compared to the growing infant within the womb of a woman. Why is that? Why do people so eagerly dismiss the destruction of a human soul over the death of a sea turtle or other animal? Humans are not animals even if they choose to act like one.

As for divorce, I am deeply concerned about the rate of divorce among those in and out of the church. 50% of all marriages fail in the United States. Christians should be really ashamed of their lack of concern about this. Here is a really good book that helps in this area "Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships." Before I start a marriage seminar let me just say that we have created the wrong idea and image about marriage. Read the book it will help.

But those three areas are not the only areas we have to consider about marriage and family when dealing with public policy. What about abuse, drug addiction, sexual addictions and gambling. When Christians do not get involved in politics, they are inviting more and more damage to be done to marriage and family issues.

Just think what will happen if the Democratic party becomes fully entrenched in the Congress and the White House? They will not only pass legislation that would harm our moral integrity as a nation, but they will readily appoint judges who are activists and rule on thought and not on law. These activist judges will rule constantly against Christian beliefs.

Your voice will only be heard at the polls. Get informed and vote for values. I Vote Values - This is a great blueprint for your reading about the topics that need be addressed by our government.