Daily Devotional - October 19th, 2025
“The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.— Proverbs 14:15
“The problem with politics is not that politicians lie, but that we, the electorate, amidst chants and cheers, so eagerly embrace the lies that will inevitably lead to our social and economic demise.” — Alma Ohene-Opare
Commentary:
Democracy reflects the collective conscience of its people. The integrity or corruption of political leaders often mirrors the moral maturity of those they represent. When citizens crave comfort more than truth, politicians adapt accordingly, promising the impossible and flattering the electorate into complacency. The tragedy is not merely that leaders deceive, but that voters reward deception.
Every time a nation cheers for slogans instead of scrutinizing facts, it undermines its own foundation. Freedom requires discernment, and discernment demands discipline. A self-governing people must be willing to endure discomfort in pursuit of truth. Otherwise, emotional rhetoric will always triumph over reasoned debate, and ideology will replace integrity.
True patriotism is not blind loyalty to a party, personality, or platform; it is devotion to principles that transcend them. The Founding Fathers envisioned a republic that depended not on the perfection of politicians, but on the virtue of the people. When citizens demand accountability, politicians reform. When they excuse deceit, corruption festers.
A healthy democracy therefore depends less on who holds office and more on the vigilance of those who elect them. Liberty dies not by the force of tyrants but by the apathy of the governed.
Scripture:
“The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.— Proverbs 14:15
Daily Application:
Take time today to examine your own political assumptions. Are there policies or leaders you support primarily because they align with your emotions rather than because their ideas are rooted in truth and practicality? Resolve to value honesty over partisanship and to reward truth, even when it challenges your comfort.
Such a great commentary! Yes you have to look deeper than a headline. So many people set their political philosophy on headlines and don't really consider deeply what they believe, in my opinion. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. It is needed and hopefully many, many people will see what you have to say!