“Blessed are the peacemakers! For they shall be called the sons of God.” (Matthew 5:9)
Will, evil does exist in this world. There are people who, because of sin, are corrupt in their brain, sick in their beliefs, horrible in their motives, and would do harm to as many people as possible for personal gain, without any regret. Our society, must do what they can to stop them. Instead of letting everyone stand for themselves, our societies have been blessed with people willing to be first responders, on the front lines against such evil, whenever called upon. These are people like yourself Will, who are trained, equipped, and go out daily, knowing they risk their lives. They are OUR POLICE OFFICERS.
“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who GOES WITH YOU. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6)
Importantly, the type of work you as a police officer will be asked to be involved with requires deep moral beliefs, character and integrity. You could come across drugs, stolen goods, and have the potential to misuse your power and access for personal gain. But you Will, are truly a Christian, so there would be no corruption, favoritism, partiality, for you are guided by a belief “love your neighbor as yourself.” Isn’t that the public’s desire and intent, for you when you serve as a police officer? How can that be expected if you are not guided by a moral law-giver, an inner conviction, God?
“Blessed be the LORD my Rock, Who trains my hands FOR WAR, And my fingers FOR BATTLE— My lovingkindness and my fortress, My high tower and my deliverer, My shield and the One in whom I take refuge, Who subdues my people under me.” (Psalms 144:1-2)
Remember this Will,
When justice is done, it brings JOY to the righteous but TERROR to evildoers… (Proverbs 21:15)
-Bill Stockham