Good Citizens
The humblest citizen of all the land, when clad in the armor of a righteous cause, is stronger than all the hosts of error. (William Jennings Bryan, 19th-20th century American attorney)
Living in a democracy is a privilege envied by many in the world, and often not fully appreciated by its citizens. In some places in the world, any protest—private or public—can be punished by a fine, imprisonment, or worse. Bryan’s observation is an encouragement to citizens to stand up for what is right and just, struggle against injustice, and uphold law and order.
The foundations of law and order have collapsed. What can the righteous do? (Psalm 2:3). . . . The authorities are God’s servants . . . . So you must submit to them, not only to avoid punishment, but also to keep a clear conscience. (Romans 13:4-5)