A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE

As we achieve this understanding of the real jurisdiction in which we coexist, we can’t help but participate in life in ways that build up, instead of tear apart, individually demonstrating wisdom, equality, compassion, generosity. This includes the willingness to forgive others on a daily basis.

As I prayed about government recently, I realized I could either agree with negative arguments of division, or I could continue to roll up my sleeves, both spiritually and practically, to take a stand for righteous government, informed by the sense of God’s universally just government, which gives freedom and opportunity to all His children.

As I began to identify my own nation through this more spiritual lens, I saw some similarity between working toward a balanced government, and the task set before the children of Israel when Moses encouraged them to enter their new country with wisdom and understanding. They weren’t there just to occupy the land – they were entrusted with obeying God’s laws and demonstrating their spiritual integrity so that neighboring nations would also learn of and appreciate this way of life.

Moses said of these God-inspired laws: “Obey them completely, and you will display your wisdom and intelligence among the surrounding nations. When they hear all these decrees, they will exclaim, ‘How wise and prudent are the people of this great nation!’” (Deuteronomy 4:6, New Living Translation)

Not only were these moral laws the foundation for governing the children of Israel, but they have guided future governments throughout the centuries as well. They were established as a means of keeping all people working together and living in harmony, governed by God. These spiritual laws form an unbreakable bond between God and His creation. Our part is to acknowledge and trust this relationship, follow God’s guidance, and express His qualities in ways that promote balance, stability, and productivity, both individually and collectively.

Practicing this higher standard of living, we become more intuitive to recognize God’s all-inclusive, all-pervasive, spiritual peace, in which perfect balance is maintained. We recognize everyone as His creation, embraced in spiritual perfection. We discern God’s love for all humanity and acknowledge each individual’s ability to express the natural tendency toward Godgiven qualities such as compassion, equality, honesty, and justice.

Just as my friends and I found a balance on the seesaw, we can adjust our stance and agree to trust God to guide voters and those elected to act in ways that keep our country balanced and prosperous

By Kathy Chicoine

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