New Life: Power

Democracy's grasp on the greatest world powers is loosening, and we are witnessing more abuses of power, in Hong Kong among other places. Though we may feel helpless against what is happening in the wider world, we must differentiate between the world’s power and God’s power. When we live according to God’s power, we treat each other as equals rather than subjugating people through a cycle of intimidation and violence. The gospel counters the abuse of power by showing how God wins over people with love through Jesus's humility, instead of making slaves through fear.