An Election Day thought

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

The first Tuesday in November is finally here —Election Day in the U.S. 

Regardless of who you and I vote for President, the outcome will affect generations to come. Today is a good day to pray that God will have mercy on our nation and guide all of our future leaders.

I find great comfort in the following verses. They remind me that no mater how various elections turn out, God is in control.

"He makes nations great, and destroys them; he enlarges nations, and disperses them." (Job 12:23)

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." (Romans 8:28)

He is able,

Mary
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We will bury you

Tuesday's Grand Connection Thought
by Mary May Larmoyeux

I'm so grateful to live in a free country. Like so many, Pops and I have closely followed this year's Presidential Election. We pray daily for the outcome on November 6. 

For some reason, a statement that former Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev made when I was a very young child still haunts me. I recall him saying, "We will bury you from within." Today, his words remind me that nations, families, and individuals can so easily be unraveled by turmoil within their own borders, relationships, and hearts.

As the election approaches, it would be a good time for grandparents to discuss their values and beliefs with school-age grandchildren. And it would also be a good time to pray together for our great nation. God has indeed showered us with abundant blessings ... ones I too often take for granted.

French historian Alexis de Tocqueville gave a message to the 21st century more than 100 years ago. "American is great," he said, "because she is good. If American ceases to be good, America will cease to be great."
 

In His name the nations will put their hope.
  —Matthew 12:21

Have a wonderful week,
Mary

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