Did you notice the shift? Did you notice the subtle (or, not so subtle by the standards of some) change from being a republic to being a monarchy? Did you notice the change from a government of the people, by the people, and for the people, to that of a monarch who bypasses all balance of power in order to impose his personal agenda on the American people?

Of course, we can’t place all the blame on our president. It is true that he shows no regard, and gives no respect, to the other branches of government which, when working properly, keeps any one branch from running rough-shod over the others. However, it is also true that the congress and senate have not done their jobs in keeping things in check. One would think that, since we have a republican majority in both houses of congress, there would be more accountability from one branch of power to the other. But it seems that those who identify themselves as constitutional republicans run scared when the president makes one of his decisions which affects all Americans without going through the proper chain of authority. Thus, the blame is to be shared by those who oppose the president’s tactics, but who do nothing to hold him in check.

Let’s think about the president’s most recent display of abuse of power. In his effort to push the LGBT agenda on the nation, he has ordered (not in the form of a new law, but in the form of a recommendation) that all public schools across the nation embrace the practice of allowing students to choose the restroom of their choice. Even though he says this is not a new law, he does warn that states which choose to go against this “recommendation” open themselves up for federal education budget cuts. This is nothing more than an enforcement of what he calls a recommendation.

Is it any wonder that this presidential political season has proven to be so chaotic? Is it any wonder that Donald Trump has successfully run his campaign on the promise that he will do something about this present state of affairs? Is it any wonder that American Republicans are saying, in effect, let’s get rid of those in office who are unwilling to stand up for the constitution in the face of a monarch who gives no regard to that most important of all American documents? Is it any wonder that American Republicans are fed up with the do-nothing bunch which is now occupying the seats of congress?

Let me hasten to the point of this rambling. The people of the United States of America look to our elected officials to see to it that the constitution is upheld and enforced. However, it has become painfully obvious that most either don’t know what the constitution says, or, even worse, do know what it says and still purposely ignore it. They need to be held accountable. Of course, the accountability would be working effectively if the balance of powers was enforced. But, since it is obvious that this balance of power is now completely out of balance, it is time for the American people to get involved. So, just how are we to do that? Let me suggest three things that we can all do.

First, be sure to use our right to cast a vote for the candidate(s) of our choice. As a Christian, my vote should be determined by Biblical principles which would guide me in choosing a candidate who best follows the ethical and moral demands of Holy Scripture. I must guard myself against being duped by empty promises and radical rantings of those who pursue political office.

Second, get personally involved in the political process. Are you a Christian who is fed up with the way things are locally, in your state, and in our nation? Perhaps God would have you get involved by running for office so that you can make a difference. If you don’t feel that you are qualified to run for an office, then strive to influence those who are in office. Use your phone to call your representatives to voice your opinion when key issues are being debated in the halls of congress. Call your state representatives to voice your concerns. Use a public forum such as a personal blog on the internet or by writing letters to the editor of your local newspaper. There needs to be a groundswell of grass root Americans who are willing to let their voices be heard.

Third, pray!  As a Christian, I am admonished to pray for those who are in office. It is my spiritual obligation to seek God’s will in all affairs of life. Praying for those who will occupy those seats of authority should be uppermost in our minds. It is imperative that we commit the minds, hearts, and wills of those in office to the Lord, and pray that He would give wisdom and guidance as they lead our nation.