The New President of the United States of America

Well, what can I say? Some of us are happy and some of us aren't. I'll be honest (and some of you may hate me for this) but I did go to vote but didn't vote for either of the presidential candidates. I just strongly opposed things from both sides of the fence and didn't feel right in my heart voting for either of them. I prayed and prayed and this is how I felt.

I do however, think we should all put our differences aside and give President Obama the respect that anyone in his office deserves. If and when issues arise that we disagree with, we can handle all things in a manner befitting Orthodox Christians.

Emma had a terrific link on her page to this blog entry. I really encourage everyone to read it, regardless of who you voted for.

The following excerpt really made me feel better and helped me put my trust in God. If I expect God to truly bless our country, we must continue to live as He instructed and following His commandments no matter who is in charge.

Let us be grateful that the election of our first African-American president has
made so many of our countrymen happy. Let us not begrudge their celebration, and
even if we don't feel like putting on our dancing shoes, let us see it through
their eyes and feel the fullness of their hearts. Let us respond as the Bible
has taught us - rejoicing with those who rejoice.

May God continue to have mercy on us and may we recieve change in the areas this country really needs it.