"And when it was day, the magistrates sent the officers [those who had beaten Paul and Silas], saying 'Let these men go' .... But Paul said to them, 'They have beaten us openly, uncondemned Romans, and have thrown us into prison. No, indeed! Let them come themselves and get us out.' "
Acts 16:35, 37
Sometimes public officials (especially politicians) act as though they are not accountable, that they can do what they want and then sweep it under the rug. Paul said, "No way, Jay. They must admit that they were wrong." It is a whole lot easier to avoid confrontation than make them face the music. I know. I try to avoid confrontation, especially with those over me. But there are times when we must stand our ground and hold their feet to the fire, and demand public admission of wrong-doing. (Please forgive all the cliches.)
Today's Thought: Public officials need to be held accountable for their misdeeds.
Have a "standing up" day. Love you.
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