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Leaders answer to God for their actions. Psalm 82 highlights this by declaring, “God presides in the great assembly; he renders judgment among the gods:” (Psalm 82:1, NIV). This reminds us that God, in His sovereignty, is the one who raises up leaders (Daniel 2:21). Yet, with this position comes a great responsibility. The psalm then confronts those who misuse their role and are unjust: “How long will you defend the unjust and show partiality to the wicked?” (Psalm 82:2, NIV). These words warn against leaders who neglect their duty to protect and do what is right, illustrating how godly leadership requires justice and show mercy to the vulnerable.
Still, many leaders claim to follow Christian principles while ignoring them in practice. Donald Trump, for example, has repeatedly claimed to be a Christian to gain support, but his actions often lack the humility, compassion, and integrity Christ taught. This pattern makes us question the sincerity of his faith and highlights the risk of using religion as a political tool.
True faith, according to Scripture, shows itself through steady, Christ-like behavior. As Galatians tells us, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23, NIV). When a leader goes against these values on a regular basis, we have reason to doubt the authenticity of their Christian claims. Genuine believers strive to show love, honesty, and kindness in both word and deed.
Our part, as Christians, is to pray for wisdom and remember that real faith is revealed through actions—not empty promises. Like the psalmist, we should call out injustice wherever it appears and urge our leaders to bear good fruit. We must also check our own hearts each day, making sure our thoughts, motives, and deeds match the loving, gracious life of Jesus.
#Discernment #Psalm82 #FaithAction #ChristianLiving #FruitOfTheSpirit #PrayFor
Still, many leaders claim to follow Christian principles while ignoring them in practice. Donald Trump, for example, has repeatedly claimed to be a Christian to gain support, but his actions often lack the humility, compassion, and integrity Christ taught. This pattern makes us question the sincerity of his faith and highlights the risk of using religion as a political tool.
True faith, according to Scripture, shows itself through steady, Christ-like behavior. As Galatians tells us, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23, NIV). When a leader goes against these values on a regular basis, we have reason to doubt the authenticity of their Christian claims. Genuine believers strive to show love, honesty, and kindness in both word and deed.
Our part, as Christians, is to pray for wisdom and remember that real faith is revealed through actions—not empty promises. Like the psalmist, we should call out injustice wherever it appears and urge our leaders to bear good fruit. We must also check our own hearts each day, making sure our thoughts, motives, and deeds match the loving, gracious life of Jesus.
#Discernment #Psalm82 #FaithAction #ChristianLiving #FruitOfTheSpirit #PrayFor
