Authority poisons everybody who takes authority on himself.
Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1870-1924, Russian revolutionary leader)
Romans 13:1-2) A Christian’s Duties to the State
Everyone must submit to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those that exist are instituted by God. So then, the one who resists the authority is opposing God’s command, and those who oppose it will bring judgment on themselves. (HCSB
This one statement should encourage Christians to be more involved in politics, for God backs government, and God rewards those that follow “the rules.” I think we all learn at some time in our lives the power of authority. It may be something as small as a speeding ticket, (which isn’t too small these days,) but we find out that life has some guidelines that we must follow.
God puts authorities in place so that we will keep our place. Many of the laws that we have today are founded upon laws found in God’s Word, and as this world changes that foundation, they will find trouble to go along with it. Now the thing that we must do is take the principles of Christian character and bring things back in line. It does no good for us to buck authority, for remember, it is instituted by God.
So then, we are now faced with a dilemma. We might not like it, but we must not show rebellion, but take the principles of love and a sound Godly mind and character, and work within government to make it again what God wants it to be. That means Christians should be involved. Involved in voting, and involved in life, and displaying to the world our respect for God laws, and for each other…God’s Blessings.
Pastor William
Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1870-1924, Russian revolutionary leader)
Romans 13:1-2) A Christian’s Duties to the State
Everyone must submit to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those that exist are instituted by God. So then, the one who resists the authority is opposing God’s command, and those who oppose it will bring judgment on themselves. (HCSB
This one statement should encourage Christians to be more involved in politics, for God backs government, and God rewards those that follow “the rules.” I think we all learn at some time in our lives the power of authority. It may be something as small as a speeding ticket, (which isn’t too small these days,) but we find out that life has some guidelines that we must follow.
God puts authorities in place so that we will keep our place. Many of the laws that we have today are founded upon laws found in God’s Word, and as this world changes that foundation, they will find trouble to go along with it. Now the thing that we must do is take the principles of Christian character and bring things back in line. It does no good for us to buck authority, for remember, it is instituted by God.
So then, we are now faced with a dilemma. We might not like it, but we must not show rebellion, but take the principles of love and a sound Godly mind and character, and work within government to make it again what God wants it to be. That means Christians should be involved. Involved in voting, and involved in life, and displaying to the world our respect for God laws, and for each other…God’s Blessings.
Pastor William
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