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I have written two articles within the past few days that I feel may require more commentary. Never Means Never encouraged us to consider the futility of the political process in moving society toward Godliness, while Good for Alaska! congratulated a politician I consider to be a good candidate and an agent for quality change within government. One distinction should be made clear: neither this candidate nor any other can cure the ills of society through legislation or ideology. Only a moving of God’s Holy Spirit, through the preaching of the gospel can transform the hearts of men and alter the course of nations.

I generally like Sarah Palin. I think her life story, ideas and record of accomplishment are good. Do I believe she and John McCain are the answer to the problems of American society? Absolutely, positively and most unequivocally not! In fact, higher taxes (which could undermine an already precarious economy), more regulation (which could strangle new business development) and a positively evil social agenda (continued murder of the unborn, etc.) could potentially and sadly bring about net-positives. Just as the persecution of Christians often refines and strengthens the church abroad, I believe a dose of hardship could awaken a slumbering, sinful and materialistic American church.

Before you start throwing rocks let me say with unmistakable emphasis that I have no intention of advocating, or voting for “change we can believe - will be a failure”. On the other hand, I will not lie awake at night in fear if Americans choose wrongly. God built our nation around principles of representative government, and His authority will never be in jeopardy; no matter who holds high office.

Certainly moments after the announcement our governor would be the vice presidential nominee, nearly every reporter in America began digging for dirt. Even with a candidate such as Governor Palin, it is possible they will find some. Let us not become so tied to this candidate, her party or her running mate that we have no choice but defense in the face of valid criticism. Believers in Christ should not be the mouthpiece of any politician or political movement. In fact, there are few things more pathetic than a Christian found defending the sinful actions of their favorite office holder.

We certainly may like, advocate for, and generally agree with men and woman running for office, but we must also be so passionately committed to righteousness that everyone we encounter understands the identity of our true Master. Let us do our reasonable service, committing every breath of life to Christ, not to the Republican or Democratic party.