Extra Takes Election Edition!

Join Matt Shiles as he hosts Pastor Josh and Chris Storms to explore the complexities of political engagement from a faith-based perspective. They discuss why we consume political news, whether engagement is an opportunity or a trap for believers, and how to navigate the messy middle without falling into divisive tactics. They'll also cover the differences between church leaders and congregants in political involvement, the importance of guarding our hearts against negative influences, and offer practical advice for moving forward after the election. LINKS- Articles to Help Process the Election and Election Season: Josh Laxton—Leveraging the Rights of our Earthly Citizenship: Why We Should Vote https://joshlaxton.com/2022/01/19/appealing-to-caesar-leveraging-the-rights-of-our-earthly-citizenship Josh Laxton—6 Questions to Ask Before Voting for Someone https://joshlaxton.com/2020/11/01/6-questions-4-exhortations-and-a-prophetic-whistle-a-christians-guide-for-the-coming-election Josh Laxton—Four Things I’m Praying for During this Political Season https://joshlaxton.com/2016/02/29/prayer-and-politics-four-things-im-praying-for-during-this-political-season • List of Voter Guides https://www.christianvoterguide.com/.../southeast.../florida Voting Guides for Amendments: • Amendment 4 https://justfacts.votesmart.org/elections/ballot-measure/2877/florida-amendment-4-right-to-abortion-initiative • Other Ballot Measures — (This link gives you a list of all the amendments throughout the years. Find the Amendments that are up for voting for November 5, 2024) https://justfacts.votesmart.org/elections/ballot-measures/FL https://www.christianvoterguide.com/states/southeast-region/florida