UNDECIDED: Should You ‘Vote Biblical Values’ this Election?
Monday, October 22, 2012 at 11:09AM 
Article by Empowering Everyday Women Editors
As women of faith, our loyalty is to God and that pretty much goes without saying. But none of us really expected that we would be challenged to “vote the Bible” in this election, which, by extension means “vote against Obama,” who takes a stance on marriage that is opposite God’s.
So then, what’s an empowered, yet undecided Christian woman to do this election?
You might have heard by now that one of the world’s most respected preachers, Evangelist Billy Graham, is encouraging Christian voters to vote against President Obama on Nov. 6.
The 94-year-old has launched a website, taken out ads, and moved full speed ahead on his “Vote Biblical Values” campaign. On his website, he has left a special message to Billy Graham supporters.
It says the following:
The legacy we leave behind for our children, grandchildren and this great nation is crucial. As I approach my 94th birthday, I realize this election could be my last. I believe it is vitally important that we cast our ballots for candidates who base their decisions on biblical principles and support the nation of Israel. I urge you to vote for those who protect the sanctity of life and support the biblical definition of marriage between a man and a woman. Vote for biblical values this November 6, and pray with me that America will remain one nation under God.
Evangelist Graham isn't the only outspoken Bible advocate.
A group of black faith leaders (Among them is Alveda King, niece of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.) are launching a $1 million dollar campaign to convince 25 percent of black voters to vote against Obama.
Clearly, there is a definitive groundswell of opposition rising against Obama’s anti-biblical stance on marriage.
For some Christians, the decision is hard.
For others, the answer to “Who do I vote for?” is an easy one. They are being guided by the word of God and doing whatever they feel in their heart is the right thing to do based on Romans 14:22 which says, “Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth.”
“Bible voters” draw a hard line in the sand. If they believe something is right or wrong, they act accordingly and don’t allow anyone (including the internal war that is sometimes stirred on the inside) to condemn them for walking out the path they feel God is leading them on.
For some conservative Empowering Everyday Women readers who also love President Obama, this is a confusing and difficult time. Though other issues are at stake, they cannot get past the “biggest one” for them, which is faith and loyalty to God.
For them, to side with Obama is to take a position against God.
Our editors have read the emails and sensed the weightiness of this matter. Many of you just want to know, how do I choose?
Do I vote against President Barack Obama who, when he took the oath of office in 2008, made me feel so proud to witness such a historic moment?
Do I withhold my support from the first black president to move into the White House—something that seemed so surreal and beyond my wildest dreams just 4 years ago?
Do I ignore the deep love and sense of pride that immediately took up residence in my heart when a family with brown skin became the most powerful family in our nation?
Whatever you choose, as long as you believe you have pleased God and remained true to your convictions, is most important.
What are your thoughts about the push to vote biblical values? We want to hear from our empowered Chrstian readers so talk back to us!
Reader Comments (17)
Well, as stated several times on several articles, I am going with the Bible, my loyalty to God. Neither of them live up to the WORD, so, I will not be voting.
I can vote for President Obama with a clear conscience because the LORD Jesus Christ is my biblical/moral compass, not Barack Obama. I don't agree or support his every policy or principle, his policies with regard to health care, helping the poor, and student loans are such policies that garners my vote for him in this election. These points DO align with biblical principles.
I REFUSE to give up/give away my GOD-given CIVIL right to vote. It is both morally and politically responsible to participate in the voting process.
@Treasure My sentiments exactly. As far as they president siding with gay marriage, I have family who indulges in sexual sin. Does that mean I just stop loving them, supporting them, and praying for them? If they have accepted Christ, does that make them any less Christian? No. I've made my decision prayerfully because in the end, God has the final say so. No president has ever "took a stand for God"... So does that mean we never vote again? No, I think it means we consult with the Lord on our decision. If you have consulted Him and feel led to vote a certain way, then do so. Why let there be condemnation and conviction if it is not meant for you/ given to you/ whatever?
@ Treasure
You better say that! Amen, sister! Amen!
You too, SRHM. Preach and teach 'em! =)
I am not worried about anybody else's position. I know what I believe and it's that God is the only judge. I have supported Obama in '08 and will support again in 2012!
Good article. I have been following this story for a while now. I think faith is a big factor for a lot of people, probably moreso than many people were expecting it to be in this election. Stand up for what you believe--whatever that is. God bless. Peace and Love.
I'm voting the word of God!
@Naheem: Ditto.
I agree with Lady, I am not crazy about Obama or Romney, and not just for biblical reasons, although that is part of it, so I too, will not vote for either of them. I feel that our country is stuck between a rock and a hard place because I feel that most people are not crazy about either candidate, but do most people stop to think why this is the case. Why not have candidates who are more capable, qualified, and at least try to uphold biblical standards? Perhaps, this may be part of God's judgment for America because of all the mess that we have been upholding over the last several years. Think about it, why do people who could actually be good as president, maybe Colin Powell, for instance, never want to run for office, but it is always someone who doesn't know what they are doing and only digs us into an even deeper hole. We need to start thinking more objectively as Christians when it comes to voting and politics in general and stop thinking strictly, Democrat/Republican, Black/White, etc.
@Anita: *Clap, Clap* You touched on something I read in the Christian Post last week. It stated, too, that these two may be put in these positions due to God's judgment of stiff-necked America. However, here is the link if you'd like to read it: http://m.christianpost.com/news/why-would-god-give-us-obama-or-romney-pt-3-final-82503/
this is not going to be popular but...
GOD will hold you accountable for your vote. IF you vote for someone who is helping our nation REDEFINE marriage PLEASE KNOW GOD will not take that lightly.If you are helping someone ABORT child please KNOW GOD will hold you accountable for your vote. its a sin. paint it any COLOR you want. it is the same as agreeing with it in my book. sorry. GOD's laws over popularity.
Now is Billy Graham correct that the BOOK of MORONI holds any better. With the FALSE Gospel DOCTRINE they preach well...i dont know but go with your conscience. ONLY GOD knows MITT's heart and what he WILL do. I tell you this:
If we dont BLESS ISREAL and let their ENEMIES destroy their land..please KNOW GOD will not BLESS OUR land. Like it or not its in the BIBLE. I didnt make the rules.
Blessed is the country whose GOD is the LORD (psalms)
My biggest fear for passing gay marriage, is not gay marriage its self. It's the fact that our (CHRISTIANS) freedom of speech and choice could very likely be taken away. Just think, if a gay couple goes to you pastor and asks him to officiate their union, and he refuses,you can very well be sure that your pastor is going down will catch hell. If your pastor speaks out against gays in the pulpit, oops, that's jail time for him because he spews "hate speech." I don't know who I'm voting for. I would have gladly supported Obama if he would have just continued to support civil unions for gays.
wow: The LORD also gave each and every one of us FREE WILL. Neither you nor I can control what someone else does. The government cannot control people's behavior. They can influence behavior through reward and punishment, but they cannot control an individual's behavior.
@Treasure, God Property, SRHM, Amber....I'm voting also for President Barack Obama! Mr. President has the responsible of trying to govern the good, the bad, and the ugly! He's not my Pastor. My Pastor is Rev. Jerry Jones, a fire-baptized, born again, dancing preacher! He's president of the saints and sinners alike....but I think if given the opportunity, He will be more at liberty to do more for us, because he is having to walk a fine line with his congress, and if he was given the opportunity a lot of the issues we dealing with today, would have been dealt with a year after he took office. So get out there and vote, the civil rights workers, Medgar, Dr. King and others....O no sir and no ma'am.... I'll not stay at home! And I'm going to vote for the first Black President of the US..... for the second time around....Hallelujah!!
Many seem to be voting for a candidate on his/her appearance (personality and actions) and their own opinions but what does God's word say about this?
God said to Samuel in 1 Samuel 16:6-11 "6When they entered, he looked at Eliab and thought, “Surely the LORD’S anointed is before Him.” 7But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” 8Then Jesse called Abinadab and made him pass before Samuel. And he said, “The LORD has not chosen this one either.” 9Next Jesse made Shammah pass by. And he said, “The LORD has not chosen this one either.” 10Thus Jesse made seven of his sons pass before Samuel. But Samuel said to Jesse, “The LORD has not chosen these.” 11And Samuel said to Jesse, “Are these all the children?” And he said, “There remains yet the youngest, and behold, he is tending the sheep.” Then Samuel said to Jesse, “Send and bring him; for we will not sit down until he comes here.”"
King David was a great King not because of who he was but because of who God is. David is known as a man after God's own heart. He was not a perfect man and committed some terrible sins but we see that he confessed and repented of his sins and God forgave him. We see in 1 Samuel 16 it is God who chose him. If it had been up to Samuel's judgement, it would not have been David who was chosen showing us how our own opinions and wisdom are deceitful.
Don't be fooled by any candidate on what they say and how they appear. Make your choice today for who you will serve. Pray and ask God for His wisdom and stop relying upon your own. Seek the FULL counsel of His word and do not COMPROMISE. Do not go based on what you FEEL God is saying, God will never contradict Himself. Remember that a person's good intentions are not equal to God's intentions.
Barack received my vote in both 2008 and 2012. I am a die-hard Christian...which is why I believe we're called to not only care about rightousness but to also live out justice in our lives. Exit polls (and I agree with them) showed that most people felt Romney would not favor the poor. I could never vote for a person who I KNEW was going to be oppressive to the poor because my Bible advocates for the "poor, oppressed, and fatherless" throughout. Banning gay marriage does NOT save souls but expressing the compassion of Christ as we build a nation that cares for and uplifts the poor just might illuminate the way.
Also, last time I checked, most conservative Christians don't even regard Romney as a believer (Mormonism is regarded as an occult)...but that's a WHOLE different issue. As Christians, we're called to uphold both righteousness and justice...it saddens me that we allow these fear-hate-war-mongers to exploit our values (against abortion and gay marriage) for votes while ignoring other values like caring for the poor and the oppressed. IMO