April 6, 2025
Darryl Mosley, Senior Pastor
Series: “Romans: The Power of the Gospel” - Part 25
Message: “God and The Government”

Big idea: I must submit to the government because God has ordained government authority for my good.

Text: Romans 13:1-7; John 19:10-11; 1 Corinthians 6:1-8; 1 Timothy 2:1-3

4 truths

1. I am called to

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   to the government because it is
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   by God (vs.1-2).

2. The purpose of the government is to

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   law-abiding citizens and
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   law-breakers (vs.3-4).

3. I should submit to the government not only because it is for my

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   but also because it is
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   (v.5).

4. Paying

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   and giving proper
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   to government officials is part of submission (vs.6-7).

What about civil disobedience?

A biblical boundary: I submit to the government up to the point where

the government means

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God.

Examples: Exodus 1, Daniel 3, Daniel 6, Matthew 2, Acts 4

A call to action

I am called to

for the authorities instead of

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them.

MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO:

 What is your biggest learning from today’s message?
 Which of the four truths is the hardest for you and why?
 How can you grow in your submission to authority?
 Intentionally set aside time to pray for our leaders.
 Read Romans 13:8-10 in preparation for next Sunday’s message.
 Trust and follow Jesus right now.