Counsel #6 — The Divine Foundation Of Good Governance

Picture: Counsel #6 — The Divine Foundation Of Good GovernanceCSI 119.1

Government faces challenges that surpass human capabilities, as the pursuit of righteousness, justice, and equity originates from God. To establish a government that upholds righteousness, divine enablement is essential. The foundation of good governance lies in dependence on God's empowerment.^{[168]https://adventistreview.org/news/barry-c-black-completes-20-years-as-u-s-senate-chaplain/}CSI 119.2

"For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He holds success in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless, for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his faithful ones. Then you will understand what is right and just and fair—every good path." Proverbs 2:6-9 NIVCSI 119.3

The Lord will bless the institution in which the right principles are maintained. He will impress minds, leading men and women to see that he is the moving power. From an institution thus controlled and honored by God, there goes forth a powerful influence for good, an influence that bears witness to the abiding presence of God. Just so long as the workers cooperate with God, they cannot meet with failure. Ellen White in Manuscript 188, 1901, par. 2 CSI 119.4

Reflect: What are the standards set by God for a government, and how does a society suffer when it disregards these standards? What role do individuals play in cooperating with God to uphold these standards?CSI 119.5