Be Subject To The Governing Authorities Part 3 Main Idea: Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities (1a) LAST TWO SERMONS: Seriousness of subjection to governing authorities (1b-2) They are appointed by God (1) Purpose of governing authorities They deter bad conduct (3a) Consequences of our relationship with government authorities (3b) Do what is good, receive his approval (3) Do what is wrong, be afraid (4) Reasons for being subject to government authorities (5) Not only to avoid God's wrath (5b) But also for the sake of conscience (5c) TODAY: Applications of being subject to government authorities (6-7) You are paying your taxes (6) You must pay all that you owe (7) (Taxes, revenues, respect, and honor) Civil Disobedience Definition: A refusal to obey certain laws or pay certain taxes as a peaceful way to express disapproval of those laws or actions, and done with the expectation of being punished. [from “The Cambridge Dictionary, and Free Dictionary.com]) Questions to Ask Before Being Civilly Disobedient: Is this matter so grossly unbiblical as to seriously affect our culture? Does the Bible clearly condemn (or require) this matter? Am I convicted by the Spirit on the basis of Scripture to be disobedient? Am I certain that no one else will be physically or spiritually harmed? Am I willing to pay the price for the civil disobedience? Application: Am I willing to subject myself to God’s authorities in my life?
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