"What does the Bible say about Christians being involved in politics, public policy and influencing society and our modern culture?

Pastor Ken Burisek, the Ole Country Church, Medford, Wis.

Should Christians be involved in politics? The answer is a resounding Yes!
Many people today think that man controls his own destiny; that we are the ones that put our leaders in place.
The Book of Daniel in the Bible paints a different picture. Daniel 2:21 says, And He changeth the times and the seasons: He removeth kings, and setteth up kings: He giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding.
John 19: 10-11 says, Then saith Pilate unto Him, Speakest thou not unto me? Knowest thou not that I have power to crucify thee, and have power to release thee? Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against Me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.
As Christians and Believers in a democratic society, we have a responsibility to help to elect Godly leaders - we can be a part of what God is doing in our world today. Proverbs 29:2 tells us, When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. And Proverbs 14:34 says, Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
The Bible also instructs us to PRAY for our governments leaders so that we can live peaceful lives. I Timothy 2:1-3 says, I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;---For kings, and for all tha ...