The Ministry of Cracking Jaws

As Job recounts his ministry to the poor, orphaned, blind and lame he mentions the he “broke the jaws of oppressors and plucked their victims from their teeth.” (Job 29:17) This is the ministry of force. It is the proper application of power. I have met many Soldiers who struggle to reconcile their faith with their profession. I always remind them the responsible Soldiering is holy work. Paul says that legitimate government is “ministry” and warns the government does not “bear the sword in vain” (Rom 13:1-4). I thank God for the men I serve; mighty men who wield their power with grace and wisdom. Let the wicked be warned, “if you do evil, be afraid.” (Rom 13:4)