A wise man once said- “ power corrupts, but absolute power corrupts absolutely “.
Every now and then, we see , hear and experience the ill-effects of bad leadership. Most times, our leaders portray themselves as demigods, hence they think they’re untouchable.
But is it really true??..are they really untouchable?
Can they be checkmated, even those at the apex??.
Ecclesiastes 5:8 shares a thought.
It reads, “if you see any opression of the poor and a violation of justice and righteousness in your district, do not be amazed at the matter. For that high official is being watched by others who are still higher than they are.
From a human perspective, this verse refers to a ruling class. However, it also portray a comforting and reassuring truth about God.
The scriptural text refers to a ruler who oppresses the poor and denies the justice. The ruler should remember that he is being watched , yes , checkmated by a person who has a higher position. All levels of human government are corrupt , hence we would have to cope with their misrule for the mean time.
Happily, no matter how hopeless our fate can be , we can take solace in knowing that Jehovah is watching even ‘higher officials’ in all levels of human government. Moreover , we can appeal to him to take care of us for he even implore us to do so @ Phillipians 4:6,7- do not be amazed over anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God. And tge peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your heart and the mental powers by means of Christ Jesus Christ Jesus our lord
We hope to see more of this, the kingdom of God a place of eternal rest