Authorities

Many of us complain about those in authority of our city, state, and/or country. Some of those complaints can get down right ugly. That should not be but that is a topic for another day. What I am getting at is these people deserve our respect. Their jobs can be downright revolting at times and certainly thankless. They also need our prayer.

We are directed to pray for those in authority over us.(1 Timothy 2:2)That is most important and should be remembered first and foremost. But we are also commanded to pay our taxes(Romans 13:6-7)(groan) because this is how those in authority are paid. I fully understand if you are late because you just don't have it. But if you have it, remember that this not only pays for schools, roads, and prisons, but the police, fire department and yes, those officials we love to scream about. So please do not try to weasel out of it. That hurts the rest of us.

We are also commmanded to give respect if the person is due it(Romans 13:7). Frankly this is one where I have noticed that police take a lot of guff. Yes, we all hate tickets. Some of the time they are even given unjustly. Still, it would not hurt to remain civil and even wish the officer a good day. They are there to protect us, a dangerous and again often a thankless job.

I know I am rambling a bit but bear with me. What I am getting at is this. There is no authority that was not allowed in place by GOD. Remember that the next time a public official makes your blood pressure rise. Then take a breath, pray for the person in question, and act in a way befitting a follower of Christ.

Oh and on a side note, if you didn't vote and could have, don't complain about an elected official. You gave away that right in my books.

Take Care and GOD Bless,

Freedom's Scribe