At every stage of life, God places us under leaders, whether parents, teachers, coaches, employers, or governing officials (Romans 13:1-2). Of course, like all of humanity, these people were born into sin, so they’ll make mistakes and sometimes treat us unfairly – but they’re still His instruments. Whether or not we approve of how we’re ruled, people in these roles teach us the value of obedience and the consequences of disobedience. We often balk at the idea of answering to someone else. But it helps to realize that the ultimate goal is to obey the Lord – and that God’s commands are for our good (Deuteronomy 10:12-13).
Commentary from the In Touch devotional by Charles Stanley, April 4, 2022.
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