Progressive Prospects
“My son, fear the LORD and the king; Do not associate with those given to change;” Proverbs 24:21 NKJV http://bible.com/114/pro.24.21.nkjv When the king's policies align with the precepts of the Lord, the people have little challenge in pursuing a purpose-driven life. Although this near-heaven experience represents the consistent prayer of the righteous in every sphere of life, including homes, workplaces, organizations, societies and all nations, king's policies are often at variance with the precepts of the Lord. Yet, the righteous or God-fearing believer is admonished to fear both the Lord and the king. Consequently, the greatest challenge of most children of God is retaining consistency in their convictions about the precepts of the Lord. God's precepts often find interpretation in the pseudo-policy of the government and the prevailing perception in the society. Whereas, the king's policies are given to change, depending on changes in socio-economic value...