DDD: What Is Good? God’s Definition for Civic Righteousness

Give me 7+ Minutes on your drive into work today  What if “good government” isn’t what the polls say, but what God says? In Romans 13, Scripture calls civil leaders “ministers of God for your good” and gives a clear standard: justice, mercy, humility, and protection of the vulnerable. From Leviticus to Micah to Jeremiah, the Bible lays out how rulers should treat the poor, the powerful, and the defenseless—without favoritism, without fear. Stay with me as we unpack God’s definition of civic righteousness and what it means for how we vote, advocate, and pray.  In this episode, Pastor Brian Noble explores Romans 13 and the idea that governing authorities are “ministers of God” called to pursue true civic righteousness. Drawing from Romans 12, Leviticus 19, Zechariah 7, Micah 6, Proverbs 12, and Jeremiah 29, it defines “good” as justice without partiality, defending the defenseless, hard work, and seeking the peace and welfare of the city. It challenges elected officials and believers alike to let God—not culture—define what is good in the public square, especially regarding the vulnerable, from the unborn to the elderly. The episode ends with a prayer for leaders, including President Donald Trump and other officials, to pursue biblical righteousness as they govern  We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry.  Donate Today - https://fpiw.bndlr.co/  TAKE ACTION Don’t Just talk about it - DOWNLOAD The “WASHINGTON DEFENDER APP” today https://fpiw.org/washington-defender-app/