Since elections are coming up soon, I want to share my thoughts on choosing leaders. The kings and government officials in scriptures were mostly not chosen by the people. In our republic, the rulers are chosen by the people. The fact that the people elect rulers show that power (at least theoretically since some people have better chances of becoming rulers than others) lies in the hands of the people. How can people responsibly use this power in the voting booth? As a Christian, I believe that all people are called to show the humility that Jesus showed, becoming a servant to all by dying on the cross. How does this humility apply in the voting booth? Here are my thoughts.

1. We should choose leaders who fights for the good of everyone, not just a special interest group, even our own. We should be wary of candidates who promises to always be on the side of labor or business. A leader is the servant of all people, not just rich or poor.

2. We should not choose leaders who fights only for the good of one group (even if it is our group) without being considerate of the good of others (those who we may not naturally care for). I believe it is good for a candidate to be pro-life. However, that candidate must also have compassion for the woman who is anxious about carrying a baby to full term.

3. We must vote in consideration of everyone, not just ourselves. We should not choose leaders who will push their agendas without consideration for everyone who would be affected, even if those agendas are agreeable to us.

In summary, we should choose leaders who are humble, focused on serving everyone. A humble leader affirms those who are trying to make this world a better place, even if they have a different method. A humble leader is not out for his glory.