Romans 13

Here is a tough one. Obey the structure of (order of) the civil authorities. God uses even evil people to work good. The Pharaoh of Moses is a case in point. When we rebel against the order of this world, we also are tempted to rebel against God. This may mean that we suffer under a rule that we do not understand, knowing God will work his good. This may also mean that we should do all in our power to obey the civil authorities but when harm comes from obedience, harm that is against God's Word, then we must also act (civil disobedience? All out war?) in faith. This passage cannot stand alone and must be read with other parts of the Bible. (Actually, this is true of ALL passages in the Bible. They must be read with the others in mind. This Bible is a whole.)

 

Our guide is the one Jesus used. Love your neighbor. This means to go out of your way for your neighbor, whether or not you have feelings for him.

 

Don't wait until tomorrow to start living a life in Christ. Tomorrow may not come or come quickly and we are not prepared and equipped with Christ.