What does the Bible say about cabinet?
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The Bible shows that rulers commonly relied on trusted officers and counselors to administer public affairs, yet all authority remains accountable to God. David established an orderly government with military commanders, recorders, priests, and other officials in 2 Samuel 8:15-18 and 2 Samuel 20:23-26. His counselor Ahithophel appears in 2 Samuel 15:12, while 1 Chronicles 27:32-34 describes further advisers around the king. Solomon likewise appointed princes, priests, scribes, governors, and officers in 1 Kings 4:1-7. Isaiah 36:3 and Ezra 7:14 also show officials serving kings. These passages commend wise, ordered service, while reminding believers that human counsel must submit to the Lord's truth and justice.
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- Heads of departments in government
- David’s 2 Samuel 8:15-18; 2 Samuel 15:12; 2 Samuel 20:23-26; 1 Chronicles 27:32-34
- Solomon’s 1 Kings 4:1-7
- Hezekiah’s Isaiah 36:3
- Artaxerxes Ezra 7:14
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