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O. T. #400  "Go Vote"
November 4, 2014
Deuteronomy 16-Part 2
Appoint judges and officials for each of your tribes in every town the LORD your God is giving you, and they shall judge the people fairly.  Deuteronomy 16:18  NIV

LET IT GLOW

What an appropriate time to study about the appointment civil leaders. Today I am working at our local polls so others can vote for our state officials and issues. As you vote, I hope you have considered the issues in light of Biblical principles. I voted early so I can help out. It is time for Christians to rise up and put a stop the legalizing sinful ways, such as abortion, liquor sales, drugs, homosexual marriages. Go vote, friends, and make your voice heard. It is such a privilege in our nation and our Christian obligation. 

Moses reminded Israel about their religious obligations in the first part of this chapter. Now we read about God's commands concerning their civil leaders.
First, was the appointment of judges and other officials in each town.
Second, was the higher judicial court for more difficult cases.
Third, he established the foundation for the future selection of a king.
The nation as a whole was addressed and obligated to appoint judges and officials. Apparently, the leaders were appointed by their age, wisdom, and leadership within the community. (Falwell)

Judges and officials were to not accept bribes, for it perverted their ability to judge fairly.
People should not use money or privileges to persuade leaders their way, which may not be the right way.

Are we looking for spiritual people to hold offices, those who seek God's will in matters?


LET IT GROW

In verses 21-22, God tells Israel to not plant a grove of trees near the altar of the LORD.. This was because trees were used to make altars and idols for the heathen worship of their false gods. This was one of the Ten Commandments, not making a graven image and worshiping it.
Are we careful in our worship?

LET IT GO

Vote for people who live by Biblical standards.

Pray for our nation to return to God and His principles of living.

Watch out for idols.