'We, the members of this country need to rectify this omission (of having failed to dedicate the Parliament to God previously) by dedicating the Parliament and those who serve through it to our Heavenly Father, who directs and guides us in our daily deliberations.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker calls for dedicating government institutions to God.
- In plain terms
- Dedicate Parliament and leaders to God for guidance.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek spiritual guidance in governance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should leaders seek guidance?
- What role does faith play?
Another view
This assumes a specific religious perspective fits all.
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