The scripture is full of examples of leadership. There are leaders who led bravely and solemnly guided by God in every step. There are leaders who lead with their flesh or were distracted by the successes of the world.
Recently at Valley we have been studying through the book of Titus. Last week, our Lead Pastor made a statement regarding a Christian's response to the world around us and the leaders that God has allowed to be in authority over us, that really resonated with me. No matter who is in leadership in the United States, their values will guide their decisions. Why on earth should we be surprised when men who do not seek after God, make policy decisions, or attempt to legislate society in a way that is contrary to the law of God?
Our responsibility is to honor those in leadership and respect their God-given office. As long as their directives do not require ME to violate God's law, than I am to respectfully submit to their authority as I am able. From the beginning of the establishment of man-made leadership on this earth, there have been some leaders who have been nothing short of tragic. These men and their poor leadership have been used by God to bring about miraculous happenings and sometimes great revival! May we pray for nothing less in our own country!
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