Democrats Meeting in Denver!

Well, the first of the two political conventions has arrived. Democrats are meeting even as I write these words out in the mile high city. And just around the corner, the Republicans will be gathering for their big hour in prime time. I thought I would take this time in light of these two political extravaganzas to remind all of us who follow Jesus about our responsibility to the government. Jesus put it plainly when he said, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's" (Luke 20:25). We see from these words that Jesus was not anti-government. He saw human government as an institution that should be obeyed and respected.

Now I realize at times those who are elected to office do little to gain our respect. Far too many when given the power that comes with their elected positions, become drunk with that power and succumb to the temptations of greed and fame. However, that does not release us from submitting ourselves to the government and praying for all those in authority over us (see Romans 13:1-6 and 1 Timothy 2:1-2). Tomorrow, I will list some practical suggestions on how we as Christians can "render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's."

Thanks for stopping by . . .

pj