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January 12, 2002
For The PeopleRead: Romans 13:1-7 Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. —Romans 13:1 Bible In One Year: Genesis
29-30; Matthew 9:1-17
In many parts of the world, when you walk into a food store to pick up a pound of meat and a gallon of milk, you do so with the confidence that both items are free of contamination and that the label on the package is accurate. That kind of product reliability was not developed overnight. One hundred years ago, you would have had no guarantee of either freshness or truth in labeling. Since then, governments have passed laws to help protect the consumer by assuring the quality of products from food to perfume. They require standardized labeling and strict safety tests. When I think about such laws as these, I am reminded that we should appreciate good government. Chaos would reign without it! Laws must be enforced to safeguard the health and well-being of the public. In a day when government is often severely criticized, let us remember that "there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God" (Romans 13:1). Thank God for the higher powers who are His ministers for our good (v.4). And ask Him to give wisdom to our leaders as they serve. —RWD
Who serve our country's need; Forgive our sins, and heal our land— In Jesus' name we plead. —Land Those in power need the power of prayer.
 
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