Doing Justice and Loving Mercy: Compassion Ministries, Mentor's Guide, MG16

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D O I N G J U S T I C E A N D L O V I N G M E R C Y : C O M P A S S I O N M I N I S T R I E S

D. The state and government

1. Both Hebrew and pagan kings were moved by the Lord to demonstrate justice on behalf of the poor.

a. Pagan kings

(1) Nebuchadnezzar, Dan. 4.26-28

(2) Prov. 16.12

(3) Prov. 29.4

b. Hebrew kings

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(1) 2 Sam. 8.15

(2) Ps. 72.1-2

(3) Ps. 99.4

(4) Prov. 29.14

2. The state is used of God to punish evil doers and recognize those who do good, Rom. 13.1-4.

3. God’s people can serve as civil servants and impact thousands through their just service: Joseph, Gen. 47.13-17.

III. Six Principles of Ministry in a Local Church Setting

Gal. 6.10 So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.

A. Do good to all people, but especially to those of the household of faith.