We are expected to be submissive to every governing authority, be it that of our Parents, Church Elders, State or Country we belong to and dwell in; still, without placing God first, one lives in fear of such authorities (Prov. 1:7, 3:5-8, Matt. 6:33, Rom. 13:1-7). Living in fear of men and not confessing Christ nor abiding by the Truth keeps a man far from God's presence, for a true Christian declares the Truth to all when the need arises (John 9:18-22, 12:42).
However, as we relentlessly stand by the Truth while we respect the instituted authorities, we will remain strengthened to be of service to Emmanuel, God With Us, ignoring the fear of men, solely to live in the Righteousness of God, upheld by Christ Jesus (John 19:38-42, Is. 41:10).
PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Jesus Christ, for granting me the grace to serve You in Truth and with a sound mind in the Spirit, overcoming the fear of every authority standing against my faith in You. Please, continue to strengthen me as an Overcomer triumphing over every oppression of the Wicked One while I live to serve You with all my strength and might,
Amen.
From John 7:13
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