May God Bless President Biden
"Is there any good news?"
Recently, I attended an event in which a senior government official was asked if there was any “good news in the world.” She struggled with the question and could not think of something positive to disclose. “But I am sure there is some good news out there” she said. What she did share, however, struck me. She stated that the “Boss” asked her the same question recently. By whom, of course, she meant the President.
While this admission may seem insignificant – and would never make the New York Times – she gave the audience insight into President Biden’s private thoughts and emotions. President Biden constantly receives briefings about bad actors in the world. Then he must make life and death decisions. Indeed, just hours after the talk, a story broke that U.S. Special Operations conducted a raid that killed several terrorists in Somalia. Had there been American casualties, the tragedy would also be a political nightmare. Thus, the success of the raid speaks to immense competency from the President to the operators pulling the trigger. Congratulations to them all.
This is a reminder that President Biden is human. Yes, he is a very powerful man. But he shares much in common with the rest of us. He misses his son, loves his wife, and enjoys his grandchildren. Not only does he likewise tire of bad news, he must act. I only know of one person that regularly makes decisions that can kill terrorists, harm civilians, and put Americans in harm’s way. And must deter Putin against using nuclear weapons. And speak boldly enough, yet cautiously enough, that he does not incite aggression against Taiwan.
Christians are called to pray for those in authority so that we may “lead a quiet and peaceable life.” Regardless of your political differences with any leader, this command implores Christians to seek the success of those who lead us and to give thanks for them, including President Biden. Critique him, vote against him, but thank God for him and pray for his prudence and success. May God Bless President Biden.