23.39 Human Leaders and Leadership - an Introduction to God and His Involvement in Human Affairs (Part 1)

In today's episode, Craig and LaDonna continue to present character studies on biblical characters who did good, and who did evil in the sight of God.  Their focus turns to the political realm as they begin presenting biblical truth about Old Testament kings and rulers over the Children of Israel.  But before they do, the present this important series as an introduction to this new focus.  They've titled this multi-episode series, Human Leaders and Leadership - an Introduction to God and His involvement in Human Affairs.  Taking their listeners to Paul's letter to the Romans, they focus on the first seven verses in chapter 13, which is all about how God's people are to act and react to the political and civic leaders who serve as God's agents in this world.  Are believers to at all times obey what the governmental authorities dictate, or are there times when God expects His people to rebel against such leaders and the edits and laws they enact?  An interesting concept that the Smiths unpackage from the ultimate authority of God's Holy Word.  Having these truths as foundational to understand what the Scriptures say about the many kings and leaders who led Israel through their history, we will know how to evaluate our own governmental leaders in our modern day.  All with the intent of helping Indigenous believers in Christ know how to honor God in this important aspect of our lives.  We are citizens of both heaven and earth, and as such, have clear biblical guidance on how to live in both worlds.  Come to today's episode with an open mind, heart, and soul, and most importantly, an open Bible!  You won't want to miss it!