The Face of the Ruler

For Thursday, March 27, 2008
Proverbs 29:26

Many seek the face of a ruler,
but it is from the LORD that a man gets justice.

We seek the help and favor of "rulers," those in position to see that we receive justice and favor, who will protect us from the wicked and the oppressor. We look for those who "have connections," who know those who can do something. Such connections can help and much depends on the favor of those in authority and with means to help.

But remember, whatever such persons possess, they have received those things from the Lord to do his will. Even their hearts are under the power of the Lord. It is God who caused Pharoah to show favor to Moses and to harden his heart against Moses, as well. It is God who creates the "connections," God who determines if the ruler will be in a good mood or poor one. It is God who controls the timing and even the "chance" circumstances. And it is God who gives you the words to say to the "ruler," who gives you discernment, who guides your very manner before the rule so that he listens to you and grants your petition.

So, if you want justice, then go to the top and submit your petitions to the Lord who raises and brings down rulers, who alone carries out his will, who is your Father and cares for you. Seek the face of this Ruler.