[Dr. Thorne]

People are missing the point. The verse means that a ruler is appointed by God to do what is good. But woe unto him if he doesn't do good. God will condemn a ruler whom He (God) has appointed, but who renounces God's authority by doing evil.

The governor was warning Obama of the heavy punishment that awaits an evil ruler.

[BillyBoy]

>> a ruler is appointed by God <<

Huh? God didn't "appoint" Obama as President (though Obama's supporters like Jamie Foxx certainly seem to think he's God chosen one). Flawed, fallible human beings elected Obama as President. He was selected by voters for a government position, not "called" by God to be leader of a church or ministry.

[Perseverando]

People are missing the point. The verse means that a ruler is appointed by God to do what is good. But woe unto him if he doesn't do good. God will condemn a ruler whom He (God) has appointed, but who renounces God's authority by doing evil.

The governor was warning Obama of the heavy punishment that awaits an evil ruler.

I absolutely agree. Very much like the warning to leaders and nations as explained by Jonathan Cahn in his book, "The Harbinger."

[Resettozero]

The governor was warning Obama of the heavy punishment that awaits an evil ruler.

You and I understand that but the Governor either got tang-tongueled or was catnapping during that particular Sunday sermon. It didn't come out right.

[Albion Wilde]

People are missing the point. The verse means that a ruler is appointed by God to do what is good. But woe unto him if he doesn't do good. God will condemn a ruler whom He (God) has appointed, but who renounces God's authority by doing evil.

The governor was warning Obama of the heavy punishment that awaits an evil ruler.

Amen. Thank you for your post.

Christians are exhorted to pray for our leaders, whomever they may be, and for our enemies, whomever they may be.

You don't need to tell God how to do His job, but you do need to ask for what you need; and we certainly need leaders who submit to God, and enemies whose conscience leads them to recognize the true God, and that His judgment awaits them.

Think about it -- the best possible outcome is that "every knee shall bow."

[matginzac]

Then he should have SAID that!!!

[houeto]

The governor was warning Obama of the heavy punishment that awaits an evil ruler.

How is it that you know this Dr.?