The Senate Votes To End The Shutdown — But Don’t Expect Washington To Fix Your Life

After weeks of gridlock and finger-pointing, the U.S. Senate has voted to move forward on legislation that would reopen the federal government. But let’s be clear — the government isn’t open yet. And even when it is, the damage has already been done.

Families across America have gone weeks without pay. Flights have been canceled, leaving travelers stranded. The economy has slowed, small businesses have been hit, and everyday Americans are paying the price for Washington’s dysfunction.



Now, after weeks of chaos, the same politicians who caused the mess are congratulating themselves for “solving” it.

Government Has A Purpose — But It’s Not Redemption

God isn’t anti-government. He’s the one who established it. Romans 13 reminds us that governing authorities exist to preserve order and punish evil. Systems matter — especially when they serve God’s purposes.

The problem isn’t that systems exist; it’s that we keep expecting them to do what only God can.

Political solutions can’t be applied to spiritual problems.

You can pass every bill, sign every order, and elect every “right” candidate — but none of that will fix a heart problem. Because the issue isn’t just leadership; it’s lordship.

Politicians Can Manage Policy. Only Jesus Can Change People.

Psalm 118:8 (NASB) says, “It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.”

That verse hits harder during a shutdown. Every election cycle, we’re told that the next law or leader will finally fix it — and every time, it ends the same way: disappointment. Because politicians can manage policy, but only Jesus can change people.

The left believes more control will bring peace. The right believes better policy will. But peace doesn’t come from control or policy. It comes from repentance — and you can’t legislate that. More government control takes power away from the individual, and even the best policy means nothing without people willing to live it out.

Stop Waiting For Washington To Save You

While the Senate fights to reopen the government by sending this funding package to the House of Representatives, families are struggling to reopen their lives.

The single dad who missed two paychecks doesn’t need another press conference — he needs hope. The mother who can’t afford groceries doesn’t need another talking point — she needs help.

That help won’t ultimately come from the government. It comes from God working through people who take responsibility, serve their communities, and live out their faith.

If you’re waiting for the government to save you, you’ll be waiting forever.
Jesus doesn’t need a Senate vote to start working.

Let’s do something ourselves — partner with a food bank, get plugged into a local church, and start meeting needs right where we are.

While Washington Debates, Heaven Still Rules

So yes — let’s hope this bill passes. Federal workers are waiting on relief. Families are praying for stability. But don’t mistake a reopened government for a healed nation.

Because while Washington debates temporary fixes, Heaven still rules with eternal ones.
Jesus never shut down. His Kingdom never paused.

So pray for your leaders. Vote. Engage. But don’t be fooled — no party, no president, and no policy can do what only Jesus can do.

Because the government might reopen, but only Jesus can open your eyes.