I thought this statement from another thread deserves its own thread for further discussion.
barnhart wrote: ↑Thu Jul 16, 2026 7:40 am
3. The kingdoms of this world are still functioning under divine authority.
In what ways are they still functioning under this divine authority?
What latitude do they not have?
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A wee little man can’t say, I’m sorry. A big man owns his mistakes and apologizes.
A wee little man trusts himself and his own discernment. A big man is humble enough to know that he needs the counsel and input of others.
The Bible uses Pharoh in the time of Moses as an example of this. According to Paul he was apparently a vessel made unto dishonor. Kind of a unique idea when the Bible also says we are to obey and respect our leaders.