In a few more weeks, we will be selecting the persons/administration who will lead our country for the next four years. This election would not mean anything if we were just selecting people best qualified for the job. However, you and I know that's not the case for this election.
We are, in my opinion, voting for ideals in this election. For some people, ideals are the cornerstone of their life, for others, ideals are good but not worth fighting for. Take freedom of religions, for example. I would fight with my life to be able to practice my faith. However, my neighbor down the street sees that as a good idea to uphold, but not worth fighting for.
So where does that leave me? I can see clearly that my religious liberty is being attacked, while my friend sees it as equal access for all. What is the loving thing to do here? Do I argue my position in the hope that my friend will agree and we walk down the street singing kumbayah? Or do I agree to disagree on this matter knowing that I can't change anyone's mind.
What am I willing to risk here? At what cost am I willing to fight for my beliefs?
On the feast of St. Teresa of Avila.
"Let nothing trouble you, let nothing make you afraid. All things pass away. God never changes. Patience obtains everything. God alone is enough."
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