Five Thoughts for November 6

The nation goes to the polls on Tuesday. Here are some helpful ideas that come from a surprising source: an ancient composer of songs.

O'Brien also said: "Political analysts are saying that Mitt Romney is having trouble generating enthusiasm among Iowa voters. Now, ladies and gentlemen, you know you have a problem when people in Iowa find you dull."

After a long and brutal race for the White House, we need a few laughs. Presidential campaigns have become a slugfest, and most of us are not feeling particularly lighthearted as we prepare to enter the voting booth. But regardless of what happens on Election Day, the earth will keep turning, the seasons will change, babies will be born and God will remain in control of his complex and often contentious creation. Because it is so important that we maintain a proper perspective as Christians, here are five thoughts for November 6:

1. Only God deserves praise. Psalm 146 begins with the command, "Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD, O my soul! I will praise the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God all my life long" (vv. 1-2).

In our society today, we often praise...