Do Christians Have to Obey the Government? | Romans 13 Explained

Send us Fan MailHow should Christians respond when the laws of the land conflict with obedience to God? Romans 13 is often used to teach that believers must submit to governing authorities—but is that the full context of what Paul is saying?In Romans 13, Paul addresses authority, peace, love, obedience, and the responsibility of believers to walk in the light. But Scripture also gives repeated examples of faithful men and women who refused to obey commands that directly opposed God.In this teaching through Romans 13, we look at the chapter in the context of Romans 12, examine what Paul says about authority, and consider biblical examples including Peter and John, Moses’ parents, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.We also look at the balance Christians are called to maintain: living at peace with others, paying what is owed, showing respect and honor, loving our neighbors, and obeying God when human authority conflicts with His Word.Romans 13 ultimately points believers toward a life that is awake, spiritually alert, and prepared to put off the works of darkness and put on the Lord Jesus Christ.Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support Support the show