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Jul 29, 2024 · Regarding the government, submitting to authority involves fulfilling our civic duties and obeying the law of the land. In the ecclesiastical context, submitting to authority means honoring our church leaders, seeking their guidance, obeying their instructions, and imitating them, as emphasized in Hebrews 13:7 (see also 1 Corinthians 11:1).
- All Authority Is Established by God
- Prevent Judgement Upon Yourself
- Live with A Good Conscience
- Silence The Ignorance of Foolish People
“Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.” Romans 13:1 NKJV All authority is from God, although not all authority is godly. By saying this, I mean every person in authority is ordained by God to be in that position, although not everything they...
“Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on themselves.” Romans 13:2 NKJV There’s a common cliché I heard from many civil and student leaders during my first year of stay in KNUST main campus. They usually said, “you’ll not know the laws of this university work until you get cau...
“Therefore you must be subject [to civil authorities], not only because of wrath but also for conscience’ sake.” Romans 13:5 NKJV Conscience is the voice of your human spirit. When you do something wrong, your conscience will let you know it immediately. When you’re subject to authority, it’s God’s will for you. If you don’t do it, your conscience ...
“Therefore submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake, whether to the king as supreme, or to governors, as to those who are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers and for the praise of those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men—” I Peter 2:13-1...
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Jul 30, 2014 · 1 Peter 2:13. The first reason believers are called to submit is because of the Lord. Peter says we should submit for “the Lord’s sake.”. This is the reason that believers can demonstrate lives full of submission even amidst persecution. It is because they live a life of submission to the Lord. Look at what Paul taught in Romans 13:1–2 ...
- Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority (emphasis mine). 1 Pet...
- Or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 1 Peter 2:14In this passage, Peter talks about...
- For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. 1 Peter 2:15Peter tells us one of the reasons for our...
- Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhoo...
- Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. For it...
- To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. “He committed no sin, and no...
- When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges...
4 days ago · In this account, Peter and the apostles boldly declare their commitment to obeying God above all else. While we should generally submit to authority, there may be situations where we must prioritize God’s commands over human authorities, staying true to our faith. Hebrews 13:7 “Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God.
Nov 24, 2020 · Christians should then submit to authorities for the sake of ordering themselves within God’s created hierarchies. Conclusion These two reasons play important roles in explaining why Christians should obey authorities. The first—to live independent, quiet lives—means that Christians will have the freedom to practice and propagate their faith.
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Oct 20, 2016 · Submission to Authority Means Following the Rules, Not Bypassing Them – 2 Timothy 2:5. When we submit to authorities, we simply follow the rules that have been set in place. Bypassing them even if one is close to the person in authority, however, isn't submission. Even if you're the son of a president, breaking the rules mean breaking the rules.
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Nov 6, 2024 · Romans 11:36 reminds us that all things are from God, through God, and to God, so He is the highest authority. Jesus Himself recognized God’s authority and was submissive to it. In John 4:34, Jesus said His purpose was “to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work,” and in John 5:30, “I seek not to please myself but him who ...
