The Divine Purpose, and Limited Role, of Ruling Authorities

The Divine Purpose, and Limited Role, of Ruling Authorities
ROMANS 13.1-7

When you hear the word ‘policeman’, what is your instant reaction?

For many people growing up in Britain when I was young, the policeman was a friendly and familiar figure. (There weren’t many policewomen around then.) He could be stern when he needed to be, but you knew he was on your side. He wanted to help, to protect people from danger and evil. You could walk up to him and ask the time, or the way, and get a friendly smile as well as the right advice. He was there to make sure all was well, to enable ordinary people to go about their business...