With great power comes great responsibility.
The same can be said when it comes to authority.
The greater the authority, the greater will also be the responsibility and accountability.
Whether it is power or authority, it must always be remembered that it is not self-achieved but bestowed from on high.
In other words, it is God who bestowed the power and authority to whoever He has chosen.
But the greater the power and authority, the greater will be the temptation to abuse it for self-gain and self-interest.
In the 1st reading, St . Paul urged for prayers to be offered for everyone, and especially for kings and those in authority.
He emphasised that to do this is right so that there will be peace and stability.
Power and authority must be at the service of God and the people.
Let us pray that those in power and authority be guided by the Holy Spirit to rule with wisdom and justice so that there will be peace and harmony in the world.