DISCIPLE'S RELATIONSHIPS WITH GOVERNMENTS


 By Rev. Michael Benson Ajayi

 "You will be driven away from people and will live with the wild animals; you will eat grass like the ox. Seven times will pass by for you until you acknowledge that the Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth and gives them to anyone he wishes.”  All the peoples of the earth are regarded as nothing. He does as he pleases with the powers of heaven and the peoples of the earth. No one can hold back his hand or say to him: “What have you done?” Daniel 4:32‭, ‬35 NIV

"By me kings reign and rulers issue decrees that are just;  by me princes govern, and nobles—all who rule on earth."Proverbs 8:15‭-‬16 NIV

   God rules the world and has instituted governments to fulfill his purpose for a period . Jesus Christ was quick to remind  Pilate who was in charge during his trial .The Bible says “Do you refuse to speak to me?” Pilate said. “Don’t you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?”  Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” John 19:10‭-‬11 NIV

  Governments the world over are instituted by God to either reward or punish.  Satan has a role to play in the fulfilment of God's purpose of governance on earth . God has allowed the devil a limited amount of control over the governments of the world . The fact that you do not like the person in power does not mean he or she was not installed by God. However, we are obligated not to obey laws which cause us to deny Jesus Christ . The Bible says " Then they called them in again and commanded them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. But Peter and John replied, “Which is right in God’s eyes: to listen to you, or to him? You be the judges! As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:18‭-‬20 NIV The disciples resisted every attempt to censor the preaching of the gospel by the authorities .

  We are instructed to pray for government officials and  governments.  Do not curse your ruler. The scriptures says "  Never make light of the king, even in your thoughts. And don’t make fun of the powerful, even in your own bedroom. For a little bird might deliver your message and tell them what you said. " Ecclesiastes 10:20 NLT

  You cannot be blessed by a leader you curse or imagine evil of . The scriptures says prayers be made for kings and all in authority. ( 1Tim 2:1) We should be good citizens and in obedience  to the governing power . ( Ti3:1) and  " Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king."1 Peter 2:17 NLT. Respect your presidents and governors.

   We are required to perform community and national duties conscientiously and always  put in your best at all times as though you are working for the Lord's enterprise  (Rom13:7, Matt22;21) 

Prayer : Heavenly father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Ghost and power for excellent leadership in Jesus name. 

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