Photo: Cheryl and our friend Representative Rachel Burgin after her primary win last night. Great to have Christians of this caliber in office.Thought for the Day
Nehemiah 5:14 Moreover from the time that I was appointed to be their governor in the land of Judah, from the twentieth year even unto the two and thirtieth year of Artaxerxes the king, that is, twelve years, I and my brethren have not eaten the bread of the governor.
In the middle of Nehemiah's task of leading the people to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem, he is faced with the problem of leaders who were taking advantage of the people. His response was decisive and clear. He rebukes the leaders, demands restoration and the work goes on.The thing that particularly jumps out at me is that Nehemiah held himself and those closest to him as examples of the correct behavior. Its been said that "more is 'caught' than is 'taught'." Nehemiah surely exemplified this principle.
With the election season in full swing and so many vying for office for a whole array of motives, it is so refreshing to occasionally see leaders who are willing to set the example not just in word, but in their personal lives. If authenticity and integrity are not restored in public office our current demise into mediocrity will only continue and accelerate.
Application
Pray for godly leaders who will exemplify integrity in their public and private lives. Stand behind those who do and count them as a rare blessing.
