The Mid-Term Elections Have Already Begun

[Dave Kubal]

Experts estimate that at least one third, maybe as high as one half, of voters will vote before the official election date. All states allow for absentee balloting, but 32 states (plus the District of Columbia) allow early, in-person voting. Georgia, Vermont, Maine and South Dakota have allowed in person voting since September 21. Candidates have factored these facts in, realizing that their campaign cannot simply put on a last minute push to convince people which way to vote.

As Christians consider their need to intercede for these elections, we need to have the same understanding. People are making up their minds and casting their ballots right now! If you have considered praying for the election, but have been putting it off, now is the time to ask the Lord to intervene in our country. A great website to find issues and candidate information is iVoters.com.

“Can a corrupt throne be allied with you – one that brings on misery by its decrees?” Psalm 93:20 serves as a great reminder for all believers to pray for honest and truthful elected officers who will enact laws that bless people. Let’s begin praying this scripture over our election today!If you would like to encourage your family or friends to pray for our country, consider our historical Bible study called “Legacy of Character.” The study tells stories of our Godly heritage with practical application for today. Go to IFAResources.com for more info.

Here is a complete list of early voting states, taken from the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Early Voting

The following states permit no-excuse, in-person early voting at election offices, and in some cases, at satellite locations:

Alaska Montana
Arizona Nebraska
Arkansas Nevada
California New Mexico
Colorado North Carolina
District of Columbia North Dakota
Florida Ohio
Georgia Oklahoma
Hawaii South Dakota
Idaho Tennessee
Illinois Texas
Indiana Utah
Iowa Vermont
Kansas West Virginia
Louisiana Wisconsin
Maine Wyoming
Maryland