#4: Thou shalt promote harmony with your political opposites.
“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” (Romans 12:18)
After the election, should mayhem and division continue, be a peacemaker.
#5: Thou shalt not speak negatively.
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” (Ephesians 4:29)
Avoid snarkiness and sarcasm, especially in your postings to Social Media. Instead, publish cute cat pics.
#6: Thou shalt not disagree disagreeably.
“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” (Colossians 4:6)
If you must engage in political discussions, remember that you are representing Jesus Christ.
#7: Thou shalt not be prideful.
“In humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” (Philippians 2:3)
Be a sponge, learn to listen, ask questions and bless those who think and vote differently.
#8: Thou shalt do good stuff.
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)
Buy your political “enemy” a Dairy Queen cone. Rock their categories.
#9: Thou shalt try to avoid political disputations all together.
“Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels.” (2 Timothy 2:23)
In the big picture, most people don’t really care what you say. Do you really think that you will change their mind?
#10: Thou shalt shut-up.
“Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent….” (Proverbs 17:28)
Want to be the wisest pundit on the block? Zip it.
Abraham Lincoln said, “Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends?”