Hope in the Lord
May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us—so that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. ~ Psalm 67:1-2
Finally, it’s here—the day before the election. What a ride it has been to get to this point! The past month has been a barrage of text messages, spam calls, and endless campaign mailers. It’s easy to feel worn out and a bit overwhelmed. Maybe you’re feeling a mix of hope, uncertainty, or even anxiety. The outcome is, for sure, significant, and it’s natural to feel weighed down by the intensity of it all. But thank goodness for God’s Word, which offers us peace, perspective, and assurance that we don’t have to navigate this time alone.
Today’s reading, Psalm 67, gives us a powerful reminder: God is still on the throne. This whole journey—yes, even the chaos and division—is part of His story, His plan, and His design. Though it may not always look like it, and sometimes feels as if God’s hand is far from what’s happening in our country, we can be assured that He is close to those who trust and call on His name. His heart is for all people, and He desires to bring peace, healing, and unity to our world.
Psalm 67 is a beautiful prayer for blessing, not just for ourselves but for every nation and person. The psalmist’s desire is that God’s ways would be known “among all nations,” offering a vision of hope, healing, and divine blessing that surpasses any human agenda. As we meditate on this Psalm, we’re invited to trust God’s purpose, seek His blessing, and remember that only He can bring about true peace and justice.
Here are a few things we can do as we wait for the election results:
Pray for God’s Will to Be Done: Psalm 67 begins with a prayer for God’s blessing. Today, we can pray for God to bless our nation with wisdom, compassion, and unity. Take some time today and tomorrow to pray for peace and for His will to be done throughout the election process. Ask Him to guide voters, leaders, and communities with a spirit of grace.
Seek God’s Peace and Trust in His love and goodness: “May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you” (Psalm 67:3). Remember that God is the Creator and sustainer of this world. Even when we don’t see how He’s working, we can trust that He is moving behind the scenes. Let go of fear and let His peace guard your heart as you surrender your concerns to Him, knowing that His plans are higher than ours.
Embrace the Call to Be a Light: Psalm 67 emphasizes God’s salvation being known among the nations. Regardless of the election’s outcome, remember that our mission as believers is to be His light in this world. We are called to love and serve others, bringing the hope of Christ Jesus to our communities. This is a time to unite as Christians, showing grace and compassion to those around us. We’re not looking to a president to be our savior—God sent His Son to fill that role, and He is greater than anything this world can offer.
Vote with Integrity and Faith: Voting is both a privilege and a responsibility. Make your choice prayerfully, asking for God’s wisdom and lining up your decisions and actions with His Word and truth. Trust that as you walk in faith, God will lead you to make the decision that honors Him. As you cast your vote, remember that God sees your heart and your desire to serve Him.
Continue to Pray After the Election: Whether the election’s outcome brings celebration or disappointment, our call to pray for our leaders and our nation doesn’t end. Lift up those elected, asking God to grant them wisdom, humility, and compassion in their service. Pray for unity and healing, that we may come together with a shared purpose of creating a more just and godly society.
Today I want to encourage you as we approach the election, to ask that God pour out His blessing on this nation. Ask Him to guide you and empower you to seek His will above all else and fill you with His peace that surpasses understanding. He will help you to be a light to those around you, showing His love, grace, and hope. Trust that He is working all things for good and declare it in His name over this nation. As you approach Election Day, take comfort in Psalm 67 and its message of God’s enduring love and purpose for all people. Whatever happens, remember that He is with you, guiding you and blessing you, as you follow Him in faith.
Today’s scripture reading: Psalms 67
1 God be merciful to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah
2 That Your way may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations.
3 Let the peoples praise You, O God; Let all the peoples praise You.
4 Oh, let the nations be glad and sing for joy! For You shall judge the people righteously, and govern the nations on earth. Selah
5 Let the peoples praise You, O God; Let all the peoples praise You.
6 Then the earth shall yield her increase; God, our own God, shall bless us.
7 God shall bless us, and all the ends of the earth shall fear Him.
The Daily Dose 