Submit to rulers and authorities (Romans 13:1-7)

This week, pastor Carl will preach Romans 13:1-7. In this section, Paul will instruct us how we should live with those who rule over us, be it a government, an emperor or a king. Paul reminds us that we must show respect to whom we should show respect and honour to whom we should honour, that it is God who has placed every position of power in this world as far as governments are concerned. Because they are placed there by God, we as Christians, must honour that placement. We are people of eternal kingdom, soul journers on a journey heavenward, so, we must live carefully and peacefully in this world as we await our true home which is in heaven. Therefore, we respect and honour those in positions of authority over us. We will also see an example of how the prophet Daniel did this very thing, and God honoured his obedience, and the Lord’s name was glorified throughout the world.