You have probably heard about the controversy in the press lately about the government monitoring emails, and having access to other electronic communications. It is interesting to think about this topic in light of the following scripture:

Romans 13:3,4 “For the authorities do not strike fear in people who are doing right, but in those who are doing wrong. Would you like to live without fear of the authorities? Do what is right, and they will honor you. The authorities are God’s servants, sent for your good. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. They are God’s servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong.”

I thank God regularly for the amazing gift that is the USA and the system of laws and government that we have. The Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution, which protects American’s from unreasonable searches and seizures, is an important piece of American law, and should be respected. We have a responsibility to participate in our system of government, to debate and resolve issues that arise from changes in technology. However, as Christians, like Paul said, do what is right and we do not need fear the government.

Dear Lord, thank you for the gift of a Constitutionally Limited Republic that you have given us who live in America. Help us remember that the government is under your power, like all things. We have no need to fear, but we have responsibility to do your will as best we can. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.