Inspirational: THE ELECTION DOESN'T DECIDE THE FUTURE...GOD DOES

By: Linda Kirby / WGON 11.9.26

During this election cycle, Christians witnessed some troubling and even evil ideas being promoted. Many of us became concerned. Some became downright anxious at the thought of what might happen after the election, regardless of who won or which party gained power.

But could it be that we forgot something important?

Did we forget that God is still in control and that He raises up leaders according to His purposes?

"The most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will..." (Daniel 4:17 KJV)

Did we forget that our peace and joy do not come from a political party?

"Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee." (Isaiah 26:3 KJV)

Did we forget that judgment and blessing ultimately come from the hand of God, not from Washington?

I know I did.

As the election approached, the Lord gently reminded me of these truths. So I began praying the prayer Jesus taught us to pray:

"Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven." (Matthew 6:10 KJV)

How else could I pray?

I could not honestly pray, "Lord, let my candidate win," unless I was certain that was God's will. Instead, I prayed for His will to be accomplished, trusting that His wisdom is greater than mine and His plans are higher than my understanding.

So don't allow an election to steal your peace.

Don't surrender your joy to a news cycle.

Don't place your hope in politicians, parties, or governments.

"It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man." (Psalm 118:8 KJV)

Our trust must remain in God and His plan. Our joy must be found in Jesus Christ, not in election results. Our security rests in the Lord, who has promised never to leave nor forsake His people.

Government may change.

Leaders may come and go.

Nations may rise and fall.

But Jesus Christ remains the same yesterday, today, and forever.

"Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever." (Hebrews 13:8 KJV)

No election determines the ultimate future of God's people.

God does.

So keep your eyes on Him. Walk closely with Him. Commune with Him daily. When your heart is fixed on the Lord, your peace and joy will rest in Him rather than in those who happen to hold political office.

When our eyes are fixed on the Lord, no election can steal our peace, because our future was never in the hands of politicians. It has always been in the hands of God.

©2026 Linda Kirby