Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
What if Your Candidate Loses?
What if Your Candidate Loses?
What if Your Candidate Loses?
Sunday 30th June 2024
Rick Peterson discusses how Christians should respond to election results with peace and humility, grounded in biblical teachings.
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Episode Overview
- Christians should respect governing authorities, regardless of election outcomes.
- Avoid political partisanship to maintain spiritual and mental health.
- Pray for leaders and avoid political violence.
- Embody humility, peace, and gentleness.
- Focus on living a life of quiet godliness and reverence.
There's nothing Christian about political violence. Nothing, zero, nada.
As election fever grips the nation, Rick Peterson dives into a timely and crucial topic: how Christians should respond if their preferred candidate doesn't win. With the election season bringing anxiety and anger to many, this episode offers a calming perspective grounded in faith. Peterson shares his personal journey of maintaining spiritual, mental, and relational health by avoiding political partisanship.
He emphasises the importance of respecting governing authorities, regardless of the election outcome, by referencing biblical teachings from Titus and Romans. Peterson draws parallels between the morally corrupt Roman Empire and today's political climate, urging Christians to embody humility, peace, and gentleness. He recounts historical and personal anecdotes, including his grandmother's admiration for Franklin Roosevelt and his own observations from past elections. The episode is rich with scripture, providing listeners with a Christian framework for dealing with political disappointment.
Through a series of biblical passages, Peterson outlines a Christian's duty to pray for leaders, avoid political violence, and uphold a peaceful demeanour. He challenges the notion that being vocal and resistant is patriotic or Christian, advocating instead for a life of quiet godliness and reverence. So, what should your response be the day after the election? Peterson's message is clear: love your neighbour, respect authority, and maintain a spirit of gentleness.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with political stress and looking for a faith-based approach to navigating election results. Tune in to find out how to keep your peace and integrity intact, no matter who wins.