Tuesday, August 20 Subject yourselves to every human creation.​—1 Pet. 2:13.

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Tuesday, August 20

Subject yourselves to every human creation.—1 Pet. 2:13.

 

God’s organization gives us direction to keep us safe. We are regularly reminded to give the elders our current contact information so that they can reach us during an emergency. We may also receive direction about sheltering in place, evacuation, and obtaining relief supplies or about how and when to assist others. If we fail to obey, we could put in jeopardy our life and the lives of the elders who are keeping watch over us. (Heb. 13:17) Many brothers and sisters who were displaced by a disaster or civil unrest have done their best to adapt to their new situation and become involved right away in theocratic activities. Like the early Christians who were scattered by persecution, they continue “declaring the good news of the word.” (Acts 8:4) Preaching helps them to focus on the Kingdom rather than on difficult circumstances. As a result, they have maintained their joy and peace. w22.12 19 ¶12-13

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I found it interesting the footnote for the phrase "human creation" is Or "institution".  The research guide gives reference on this verse to the topic of neutrality and respect for those in authority. There's mention of Paul's stellar example in honoring and showing deep respect to all in authority he encountered—even when it may not have been deserving. It occured to me that if this inspired counsel were followed by the, I'll call them the "protestant-reformers-class" (Hus, Wycliffe, Tyndale, Zwingli, and others), would have there been a Protestant movement? Could the light of truth condemning those in authority of their time, which was at that time the "Catholic way" of emulating Jesus' example, could their wrongdoing have been exposed as wrong?

 

I couldn't help but conclude that perhaps there were the rare exceptions to Jehovah's counsel to subject oneself to those in authority when gross wrongs are being done?

 

We know, in our day ... the Last Days, respectful neutrality is the proper Christian stand to take as we follow in Jesus' footsteps closely and witness Satan continuing to do his own work inspiring rebellion.

 

I've no further point to make on the this other than to get others thoughts. 🧐