So, we have a new President Elect. Like it or hate it, love it or fear it, it doesn’t change the reality that God is on the throne. I haven’t read a single Facebook post yet this morning, but I did check the election results. We are a fractured nation. I am sure that I have friends who are relieved and friends who are filled with fear and dread. If God is not a sovereign God, then there is much to fear not matter who takes the White House. If God is God, then there is nothing to fear whether God chooses to bless our nation or judge it. Who sits in the White House is a big deal from an earthly perspective. But let’s face it, who sits in the White House is irrelevant. The real issue is bigger than the future of the United States.

The real issue is bigger than the world. The real issue is an eternal issue. Can we trust God or not? Do we believe that he is sovereign and in control or not? Is our hope resting in him or not? My greatest concern is not who won the election. My greater concern is that many in our country are putting their hope in a man, and many others are losing hope because of a man. I’m here to tell you that both are wrong. Personally, I don’t want to see any celebration, nor do I want to hear an anxious “Woe is me!” What I prefer to see and hear on this day after the election are humble hearts recognizing our dependence on the God of all Creation. This post-election day, whether our candidate won or lost, may the words of Chris Tomlin’s worship song ring in our ears. After all, He is Lord.

Lord of all creation
Of water, earth, and sky
The heavens are Your tabernacle
Glory to the Lord on High

God of wonders, beyond out galaxy
You are holy, holy
The universe declares Your majesty
You are holy, holy

Lord of heaven and earth
Lord of heaven and earth
Early in the morning
I will celebrate the light

And as I stumble through the darkness
I will call Your name by night

God of wonders, beyond out galaxy
You are holy, holy
The universe declares Your majesty
You are holy, holy

Lord of heaven and earth
Lord of heaven and earth

Hallelujahs to the Lord of heaven and earth
Hallelujahs to the Lord of heaven and earth