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“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” Luke 4:18 2

Our goal in every situation (and especially in each of us) is for Jesus’ life and priorities to be represented. 3

Spirit-filled lifestyle. Jesus can be represented through: An authentic, Spirit-filled lifestyle. “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.” Luke 4:18a 4

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2 5

Praying for Elected Officials Relationships with God Marriages and families Live godly lives Seek God’s wisdom 6

Jesus can be represented through: 2) The pursuit of freedom. “He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners…” Luke 4:18b 7

Two Important U.S.A. freedoms: Speech and personal spiritual beliefs 8

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Two Important U.S.A. freedoms: Speech and personal spiritual beliefs Economic 11

“…and recovery of sight for the blind…” Luke 4:18c Jesus can be represented through: 3) Biblical morality. “…and recovery of sight for the blind…” Luke 4:18c 12

All lives matter - from conception to the grave! Biblical Morality All lives matter - from conception to the grave! 13

“This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love the Lord your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him.” Deuteronomy 30:19-20a 14

Biblical Morality Marriage = 1 man + 1 woman 15

“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they will become one flesh.” Genesis 2:24 16

4) Caretaking of the world. “…to set the oppressed free.” Luke 4:18d Jesus can be represented through: 4) Caretaking of the world. “…to set the oppressed free.” Luke 4:18d 17

Most of all, remember that no government or election will give you what you most need. Our loyalty, security, and hope are in Christ alone!!! “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here. All this is from God…” 2 Corinthians 5:16-17a 18

“Lord, the God of our ancestors, are you not the God who is in heaven “Lord, the God of our ancestors, are you not the God who is in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. Power and might are in your hand, and no one can withstand you.” 2 Chronicles 20:6 19

“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” Luke 4:18 20