Romans 13:1-7 - A Living Sacrifice: Submission to Authorities

Being a new creation, having a renewed mind, and living a life of sacrifice to God changes the way in which we ought to view, speak of, and interact with our governing authorities. The Commands (v1, 6-7)Christians are to be subject to their authoritiesChristians are to pay their taxesChristians are to give to others what is owedThe Resaons (v1-5)Resisting authorities is ultimately resisting GodThere are consequences for rebellionAuthorities are placed there for our goodFor the sake of your own conscience