Disclaimer: This post is written by a guy who is trying to follow Jesus but at the same time a complete sinner. In addition to not being perfect, I am also not an eloquent writer. Hence why I prefer conversations to journaling.
This post is more towards the people that would identify themselves as Christian in 2016 (Note: I hate that even have to clarify this, but by Christian I mean on purpose follower of Jesus.) If you don't fall into this category, I probably can't put a justification on why you are happy/sad with this election.
I feel like many of the Christians voting for Trump are really concerned about the state of America and really want drastic change here quickly. It is perfect acceptable to want the best for the country you are living in, but just know that being an American on an eternal scale means just about nothing. If you are truly listening to God and what he wants for your life, then you could pack your backs and move to another country tomorrow (And if you think that is crazy you may need to increase your worldview some.) If you wind up living in America forever that's great, but your concern for the place you live in will never be worth compromising what you believe in (Matt 16:26). Trump has said many things that do not lineup with a Godly man, but he is also not imcapable of change and repentance. But just because he is capable of doing great things doesn't forgive or excuse what he has done. No amount of positive change he makes in a political arena can justify that. (If your read that and don't think Trump led a rhetoric of hate in his campaign, please give me your female family members phone numbers and I will repeat his words to them word for word. Same goes to minorities.)
For those of you who supported Hillary and find Trump horrible, I would consider asking you to do some soul searching and examine if your personal compass is lined up with God's absolute truth. Hillary has broke the law and has not owned up to her actions either (And once again, if you think this didn't happen we may need to discuss what is/isn't a crime. Not meaning to do something doesn't not make it a crime). I know the rage of sexual assault or racism may not burn you like other crimes, but we cannot justify some sins and give others a pass. All sin is equal but some have different consequences than other. It pains me to see some people go to Hillarys defense when she has a poor worldview as well. I believe she cares about gay rights but I don't believe she cares about gay people. Don't be offended by the lack of LGBT rights in America and okay with the slaughter of gay people in the streets in other countries (and if I have to state why this is relevant to this discussion, you probably haven't done your research on Sec. Clinton).
Disagreement with this stance is okay, you may just need to reevaluate your personal faith and beliefs. I would love to see what in your life that the Bible says is wrong that are justifying in contrast to the sins that infuriate you on a high level.
Don't let your anger for one category of wrongdoings allow you to justify another. Republicans had more options than Trump. And Democrats let the system pick their candidate. Neither candidate can stop God's plan for our lives and the mission he has put us here for. I hope this election cycle encourages you to seek more truth, expand your worldview, and redefine your purpose in Christ.
