Honor and Obedience
from Authority on SermonAudio Hosted by Rev. Jason Van Bemmel
This sermon explores the Fifth Commandment through the lens of the Heidelberg Catechism, emphasizing the Christian duty to show honor, love, and faithfulness to parents and governing authorities. It addresses modern cultural resistance to authority by affirming that all leaders are instituted by God, even when they are imperfect or flawed. The teaching distinguishes between obedience and honor, noting that while adult children may no longer need to obey their parents, they must still honor them and listen to their wisdom. The sermon extends this principle to civil government, citing Romans and 1 Peter to argue that submission is required for the Lord's sake, with the sole exception being when authorities command sin. Ultimately, the message calls for patience with the weaknesses of those in power, recognizing that God governs through their hands for His glory and the good of His people.
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