We all oppose corrupt politicians. But have you ever considered what it means to be corruption-free as a voter? What is your responsibility before God in the ballot box? Most believers recognize corruption when politicians use government power for personal gain. But what happens when ordinary citizens use their vote to do the same thing? In this message, we explore a challenging biblical principle: every act of government is backed by coercive authority, and every voter in a democratic republic wields a small portion of that power. Drawing from Scripture's teaching on the God-ordained role of government, we'll examine the moral implications of taxation, wealth redistribution, government benefits, and voting. If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since childhood, I've been drawn to the beauty and power of expository preaching—opening Scripture verse by verse and applying it to real life. After graduating from Moody Bible Institute, I spent the next 27 years serving as a youth pastor, senior pastor, church planter, and host of the Food For Your Soul radio broadcast. Along the way, I also earned a Master of Sacred Literature and a Doctor of Religious Studies. For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. Follow on social: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson