13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established.The authorities that exist have been established by God.
This one just caught my eye because it seems wrong. Our governing authorities today it seems are working to take God out of the equation. One of these verses that I will need some help with someday.
the easy part of the chapter is to love others, it is the crisp answer to fulfilling the 10 commandments.
that is all.
knut
If you’re irresponsible to the state, then you’re irresponsible with God, and God will hold you responsible. Duly constituted authorities are only a threat if you’re trying to get by with something. Decent citizens should have nothing to fear.
ReplyDeleteThis describes what I try to argue everytime the "big brother" scenario comes up. I always say I don't care, cause I'm not doing anything. If they want to watch my lame life....feel free