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Moving with our God to elections and beyond
Church in the Community - Media Release in the Herald: 19th October 2026
Source: TCN / William Leleki
Date Added: 2026-10-19
Category: General News, TCN News, Issues - General, Issues - Politics,
Date Added: 2026-10-19
Category: General News, TCN News, Issues - General, Issues - Politics,
As we approach local government elections in a few days’ time, many people feel anxious waiting for that special moment when they will cast their vote.
Election day can be a day full of uncertainty, tension, conflict and possibly even fear.
The Nelson Mandela Church leaders call on South Africans and Nelson Mandela Metro residents in particular, to use the forthcoming 2026 Local Government Elections as an opportunity to hold their leaders accountable by choosing those who are ethical, God fearing and committed to servanthood.
Church leaders should encourage congregants acknowledge the serious challenges confronting our municipality, particularly the crisis of service delivery, when they vote.
We are going to the municipality election November 4 still experiencing water shortages, uncollected waste, poorly maintained roads, electricity outages, high rates of crime, and unemployment.
We should not fail to hold the people we elect accountable this time around.
The Bible compels to hold accountable those elected as recorded in the book of Galatians, “brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:1-2).
Church leaders are in a unique position in the area of accountability.
The demotivated, disenchanted and sometimes dishonest municipal employees can be found in our churches every Sunday, or are known to members of our congregation.
Church leaders must take responsibility to walk with demotivated municipality employees to understand their frustrations and help them do their jobs properly.
We will do so guided by the Scripture in the words of St Paul, “Therefore encourage one another and build once another up, just as you are doing” (1 Thessalonians 5:11).
No matter who is declared a winner, we as Christians know that God is still in control of our lives.
We, the Church leaders in the Nelson Mandela Metro, remain confident that God’s hand is at work, guiding everything for an ultimate good.
Church Leaders in our metro continue to pray for leaders who will fully represent the values of God’s Kingdom.
Let us be conscious of the fact that, we as God-fearing people, do not wrestle with flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12).
Our brothers and sisters in Christ may have different political views from different political parties, but they are still of the same body of Christ, saved by the same grace under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Let us be reminded that the world is watching how we respond during times like these, and our actions should reflect the love, grace and unity that Christ desires from the people created in God’s image and likeness.
As we go to the local government elections, let us pray for our leaders, no matter who they are.
May they understand that elections are not about themselves, but abut what God wants to see happening during our lifetime.
Let’s continue to be instruments of peace, showing the love of God and grace to everyone around us.
No election or political leaders can change the fact that our hope, trust and future are secure in the hands of God through Jesus Christ our Saviour. We must live as people of hope, letting our light shine in the dark corners of this world.
We go to these elections mindful of the fact that we are chosen ambassadors of the Kingdom of God, called to be salt and light, to make all nations know God and to demonstrate God’s love to a sinful, hurting and lost world.
Let’s march to the November 4th elections reminded that elections are an opportunity to seek God’s guidance, knowing each vote can influence the future of our communities.
By praying for wisdom in selecting leaders, fair elections and the upholding of Godly values, we place these important decisions of deciding in the hands of God.
When standing in the voting booth, use this prayer for wisdom in placing your cross, “Heavenly Father, grant me wisdom as I consider my vote. Guide my choices to reflect God’s values and align with God’s purpose” (James 1:5).
The wisdom that we need for the ensuing elections has three distinct characters:
It is practical. It is not a wisdom isolated from suffering and trials. An intelligent person may have profound ideas, but a wise person puts profound ideas into action.
It is divine. God’s wisdom goes beyond common sense. This wisdom begins with respect for God, leads to living by God’s direction and results with the ability to tell right from wrong.
It is Christlike. Asking for wisdom is ultimately asking to be like Christ. The Bible identifies Christ as the “wisdom of God” (1 Corinthians 1:24; 2:1-7).
Bishop Dr William Leleki
Chair of the SACC, Nelson Mandela Bay
Election day can be a day full of uncertainty, tension, conflict and possibly even fear.
The Nelson Mandela Church leaders call on South Africans and Nelson Mandela Metro residents in particular, to use the forthcoming 2026 Local Government Elections as an opportunity to hold their leaders accountable by choosing those who are ethical, God fearing and committed to servanthood.
Church leaders should encourage congregants acknowledge the serious challenges confronting our municipality, particularly the crisis of service delivery, when they vote.
We are going to the municipality election November 4 still experiencing water shortages, uncollected waste, poorly maintained roads, electricity outages, high rates of crime, and unemployment.
We should not fail to hold the people we elect accountable this time around.
The Bible compels to hold accountable those elected as recorded in the book of Galatians, “brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:1-2).
Church leaders are in a unique position in the area of accountability.
The demotivated, disenchanted and sometimes dishonest municipal employees can be found in our churches every Sunday, or are known to members of our congregation.
Church leaders must take responsibility to walk with demotivated municipality employees to understand their frustrations and help them do their jobs properly.
We will do so guided by the Scripture in the words of St Paul, “Therefore encourage one another and build once another up, just as you are doing” (1 Thessalonians 5:11).
No matter who is declared a winner, we as Christians know that God is still in control of our lives.
We, the Church leaders in the Nelson Mandela Metro, remain confident that God’s hand is at work, guiding everything for an ultimate good.
Church Leaders in our metro continue to pray for leaders who will fully represent the values of God’s Kingdom.
Let us be conscious of the fact that, we as God-fearing people, do not wrestle with flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12).
Our brothers and sisters in Christ may have different political views from different political parties, but they are still of the same body of Christ, saved by the same grace under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Let us be reminded that the world is watching how we respond during times like these, and our actions should reflect the love, grace and unity that Christ desires from the people created in God’s image and likeness.
As we go to the local government elections, let us pray for our leaders, no matter who they are.
May they understand that elections are not about themselves, but abut what God wants to see happening during our lifetime.
Let’s continue to be instruments of peace, showing the love of God and grace to everyone around us.
No election or political leaders can change the fact that our hope, trust and future are secure in the hands of God through Jesus Christ our Saviour. We must live as people of hope, letting our light shine in the dark corners of this world.
We go to these elections mindful of the fact that we are chosen ambassadors of the Kingdom of God, called to be salt and light, to make all nations know God and to demonstrate God’s love to a sinful, hurting and lost world.
Let’s march to the November 4th elections reminded that elections are an opportunity to seek God’s guidance, knowing each vote can influence the future of our communities.
By praying for wisdom in selecting leaders, fair elections and the upholding of Godly values, we place these important decisions of deciding in the hands of God.
When standing in the voting booth, use this prayer for wisdom in placing your cross, “Heavenly Father, grant me wisdom as I consider my vote. Guide my choices to reflect God’s values and align with God’s purpose” (James 1:5).
The wisdom that we need for the ensuing elections has three distinct characters:
It is practical. It is not a wisdom isolated from suffering and trials. An intelligent person may have profound ideas, but a wise person puts profound ideas into action.
It is divine. God’s wisdom goes beyond common sense. This wisdom begins with respect for God, leads to living by God’s direction and results with the ability to tell right from wrong.
It is Christlike. Asking for wisdom is ultimately asking to be like Christ. The Bible identifies Christ as the “wisdom of God” (1 Corinthians 1:24; 2:1-7).
Bishop Dr William Leleki
Chair of the SACC, Nelson Mandela Bay
Source: TCN / William Leleki
Date Added: 2026-10-19
Category: General News, TCN News, Issues - General, Issues - Politics,
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