Absorbing God’s Word
“Do you want to be free from fear of the one in the authority? Then do what is right and you will be commended. For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good.” Romans 13:3-4
Applying God’s Word
Recently, I got off the freeway at an exit I had never used before. I stopped at the red light and then proceeded to make a right turn. Seconds later, I noticed the flashing lights in my rear-view mirror of a Highway Patrol vehicle. I pulled over, rolled down my window and waited as the officer approached.
Upon the officer’s request, I produced my license and registration. He asked if I noticed the “No Right Turn On Red” sign. Truthfully, I said, “No officer.” He asked, “Have you ever gotten off at this exit before?” “No sir. We were trying to find a new Italian restaurant on Main Street.” He said, “it’s down about a mile and right across the street from the police department.” We both smiled at that point. He handed me back my license and told me to have a nice dinner.
Unintentionally, I had done the wrong thing, but I did the right thing by telling the truth.
Accounting of God’s Word
Do I see those in authority as God’s servants for my good?