Thousands of years ago, megalomaniacs claimed to be gods in order to rule over their subjects. Once that stopped working, they claimed to be representatives of the gods in order to rule over their subjects. Once that stopped working, they claimed to be representatives of their subjects in order to rule over their subjects. One day that will stop working too. The propaganda will stop working eventually as more and more knees bow and tongues confess that Jesus Christ is King (Philippians 2:9-11).
In “Voting is Violence”, Rival Nations delivers a piercing analysis that urges believers to reconsider their role in political systems. Drawing on Scripture, it asserts that voting legitimizes human authority, a power God never intended for man. It describes voting as not just a civic duty but as a form of coercion, inherently sinful, and contrary to the freedom found in Christ.
This article is a compelling read for those who seek a radical, Christ-centered view on governance and authority. You can explore the full piece here.
