This brief commentary takes the reader back to the fundamental perspective of the original writers of the Declaration of Independence. This document forms the basis of America’s initial desire to be free from onerous laws imposed by the British sovereign.
Today our government has reassumed the role of a sovereign king in many matters. That authority needs to be challenged with the authority of the kingdom of God.
This is a call for Christians to reflect upon misguided leadership offering inadequate solutions.
Rod Hempel grew up in the Midwest and studied engineering at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He retired after a successful private sector business career. He and Rachelle raised four wonderful children. He looks forward to traveling with family and friends, and playing with their wonderful grandchildren. He currently resides in Columbia, Maryland.