One of the more amazing things I see in the Bible, especially the New Testament, is the lack of politics. As vocal as the Apostle Paul was, he says precious little about the Roman government. The Apostle Peter is silent on the subject, as are the Apostle’s James and John.
The Apostle Paul tells Timothy to pray for kings and those in authority in order that Christ-followers may have a quiet and peaceable life. Imagine how that would have been received among those suffering persecution under the Roman empire or religious leaders of their day. I do not have to imagine how difficult it is to pray for leaders and those in authority today. Some, many, most of their (unrighteous) decisions are a kick in the gut to common sense, much less Christ-like values; but the word of the Lord is, to pray for them.
I think this speaks volumes as to the validity of the Bible. The Apostle Paul also tells Timothy that all scripture is inspired by God. This means that the writers of the Bible wrote because of an inner inspiration (from God the Holy Spirit) rather than emotional displeasure. The words of the Bible came from a whisper from God the Holy Spirit into the thoughts of men (yes, it was primarily men—although not exclusively—who wrote the Bible—as well as every other major religious work—that is where humanity was at that time in history), who wrote down those thoughts with the vocabulary they understood. This explains why the Bible has so many translations, each using the vocabulary they understand.
I think another reason so little is said about the political turmoil of the day, is because it is not God’s intent that Christ-followers get caught up in the manipulation of fallen humanity. As Christ-follower, we live by a higher standard. The Apostle Paul told Timothy that hardship is part of life, so endure it. In several places in his writing, the Apostle Paul says to embrace it because it allows the presence, the power, and the purpose of God to move in and through the Christ-follower’s life.
The third reason that I believe that political things are not mentioned in the Bible is that God is interested in the eternal far more than the temporal. Governments rise, governments fall, wars come, wars go, leadership is righteous, leadership is unrighteous; it is part of humanity. It is also part of the learning process God uses to prepare Christ-followers for eternity. Do you think in eternity everyone will be handed harps and fluffy pillow clouds to float around singing how great are you, Lord? Eternity will look nothing like that.
A close personal relationship with God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit does not have time for such temporary things. This does not mean that you are ignorant of them, simply quick to give them to the one who is taking care of you.