Let there be peace

A dear friend asked about posts she read on social media where people were praying to God about today’s election and declaring, “It is now in God’s hands.” She wondered aloud if they were sincere in that belief; would they accept the outcome as God’s will regardless of who wins, or would they be upset with God if it doesn’t go their way? I responded to her inquiry, and after reading it, I feel like I must share that response more broadly:

It should be a reflection of trust in God's plan regardles...