On November 3rd, you and I have an opportunity to cast our vote for candidates and local issues. The question comes up occasionally concerning whether or not a Christian should vote. There are also those who are apathetic about voting because they do not see the importance or the need to do so. Does the Bible say anything about voting?

I have found no scriptures specifically commanding us to vote, however, there are scriptures that indicate we are responsible to our fellow man, our community, and our government. I may not be able to stand before our local, state, or federal government and promote my view about how I think things ought to be done, but I can cast a vote on candidates and vital issues. Candidates spend millions of dollars trying to convince us that they are the right person for the job. It is our responsibility to make informed decisions by researching the candidate’s views on moral, ethical, and spiritual issues.

In Acts 6, the early church selected men from the church to make vital decisions concerning the care of people in need, especially the widows. There were specific guidelines in Acts 6:3, “Therefore, brethren, seek out from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business;” (NKJV). Shouldn’t we use similar guidelines when we consider voting for a candidate?

Acts 14:23 and 2 Corinthians 8:19 both indicate the church appointed its leaders. Read Romans 13:1-7. These verses are specific about the role of government, and our response to the government.

For more information about voting in Alabama, go to:

Official 2020 Alabama Voting Information

2020 Alabama Voting Guide