As election day approaches, the noise around candidates, parties, and platforms grows louder. Many Christians, faced with this barrage of opinions, might feel inclined to keep their voting decisions private. There’s a belief that avoiding public scrutiny or confrontation is easier and safer. But when we shy away from expressing who we are voting for and why—especially as people of faith—we are choosing silence when we should be speaking up.

It’s not about personalities, not about charisma or charm. It’s about policies, principles, and values that reflect the closest alignment to what is biblically right and just. No candidate will fully match the values of God’s Kingdom. We live in a fallen world, and no matter how well-intentioned, political systems will never be perfect. But that doesn’t mean we, as Christian voters, should sit on the sidelines.

Voting Isn’t About Perfection—It’s About Alignment

It’s a common argument: “Neither candidate is perfect,” or “I’ll just vote for the lesser of two evils.” While it’s true that no human system or candidate will embody biblical values completely, voting based on “the lesser evil” is a misunderstanding of our role as Christian voters. Instead of looking at candidates as lesser evils, the question should be: Which candidate’s policies uphold biblical values?

The idea is not simply to check a box and fulfill a civic duty. It’s about actively advancing justice, righteousness, and liberty—core values of the Kingdom of God. Voting should reflect what supports and upholds godly principles, not merely an act of choosing between flawed options. Christian voters should promote the candidate and the policies that most closely align with biblical values—not out of duty but with conviction, driven by the hope to impact society meaningfully.

Justice or Injustice: The Power of Policy

Policies matter because they create the framework for justice or injustice. Rather than voting reluctantly, as if it’s a necessary burden, we should ask ourselves:

• Which policies will create injustice and harm the public, and which will promote justice and benefit society?
• Which policies will oppose God’s created order and human dignity, and which will protect religious freedom, life, and righteousness?

This is a better approach than simply casting a vote for the “lesser evil.” Christian voters must be discerning, evaluating candidates not by their personality or party, but by their policies and how those policies will shape society. Your vote can either stand for or against what God desires for families, communities, and nations.

Don’t Be Ashamed to Stand for Righteousness

People should not make people of faith feel ashamed or silenced for standing up for what is right and just. Some will try to paint you as intolerant or outdated for not supporting policies that contradict biblical truths. In today’s political climate, it’s easier than ever to be labeled by what you believe. However, Christians are not called to conform to the shifting moral winds of society but to hold firm to the eternal truths of Scripture.

The pressure to conform or simply avoid political conversation altogether can be intense. But silence allows false narratives to dominate, unchecked. Christians have the responsibility to convey truth to the world and guide others toward a path rooted in justice, morality, and biblical values. You can influence and possibly persuade others—not just with your vote, but with your voice.

Express Your Choice and the Reason Behind It

It’s one thing to vote privately. It’s another to express openly why your vote matters and the principles that guide your choice. When people know why you’re voting for a particular candidate, they may start to see the importance of issues that hadn’t crossed their minds. Policies on religious liberty, family values, and life can be easily dismissed or overshadowed by personality clashes. This is where your voice becomes a tool for influence and persuasion.

There’s nothing wrong with expressing who you believe is the best presidential candidate—especially when your decision is based on a careful reflection of the policies at hand. Your faith informs your worldview, which should inform how you engage in society, including politics.

Your Vote is an Expression of Your Values

Remember, voting isn’t just a civic duty; for the Christian, it’s an extension of living out your faith in the public square. When the stakes are high, when issues like life, religious freedom, and the moral fabric of society are up for debate, Christians cannot afford to stay silent.

We are just weeks away from election day. If you’ve discerned which candidate’s policies most closely align with biblical values—say so. Speak up. And don’t be afraid to influence others. In a world filled with confusion, your clarity and conviction can be the light that others need to see the importance of voting with purpose and principle.

This election matters. Your voice matters. So, speak boldly, vote faithfully, and stand for what is right.