Megachurch Pastor Says Non-Voting Christians Go Against God

Senior Pastor Josh Howerton, of Lakepointe Church in Texas, warned his congregation Sunday (Oct. 6) that those who become passive in their political participation are in “rebellion” against God.

Howerton lamented over the passive involvement of Christians in politics in his “How to Vote Like Jesus” message. He honed in on the idea that “churches and pastors should avoid politics and stay away from commenting on politics or political leaders.”

“I just need you to know that concept is completely and utterly unbiblical,” Howerton told his congregation. (LEARN MORE: Christian Researcher Issues Timely Warning To US Churches)

“You cannot read the Bible about Moses, Daniel, Esther, Nathan, Nehemiah, John the Baptist, and think that the church and pastors should avoid addressing government and governmental leaders. You just can’t do it,” he continued. “It’s all throughout the Bible.”

What Happens When Christians Stay Silent?

If Christians remain silent on their government, the Godless will prevail, Howerton warned. “We often say at Lakepointe, ‘if the church won’t disciple people, the world will,'” he added. “If godly leaders, godly pastors and godly voices all go silent or refuse to be clear on issues related to politics and government, then the only voices that are left are the godless ones.” (LEARN MORE: Pastor Says ‘God Is In Control’ Is ‘Cop-Out’, Get Political!)

For those thinking the Church has become too political, Howerton had a deeper message. “What’s happening right now is, the Church is not getting more political, politics are getting more theological, and politics are getting more spiritual. When the government moved past things like building roads, issuing driver’s licenses, and teaching math, to things like redefining marriage, erasing gender, reframing abortion as reproductive rights and then using the government school system to indoctrinate everybody’s kids into believing those things, … the Church didn’t move, politics did,” he explained.

We highly recommend sticking around to watch all of Howerton’s message today. Something brought you to this page, so why not hang out a little longer to find out why?

Use Your Voice

Our nation is at a crossroads, dealing with pivotal issues that directly impact your daily lives – from ensuring religious freedom, fair and secure elections, to fighting against inflation from foreign governments and groups, and advocating for secure borders. The strength of our community, the rights of our parents, and the protection of girls’ sports, life, and the economy are not just political issues; they are the fabric of our society. It’s time to take a stand against crime, reform our institutions, and ensure the prosperity and security of our nation.

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