THEME:
Whether you like it or not, the Bible is clear: you are to place yourself under the authority of civic leaders. By doing so, you can avoid anger and remain concerned about those who disagree with you. Most importantly, you can shine a very bright light for Christ. This is what I call the power of submission.
KEY SCRIPTURE:
Romans 13:1-2; Titus 3:1-2
Answering the Call to Christian Citizenship Series
A Powerful Christian Citizen:
- Understands God’s Pre-Ordained Role of Government
- Loves Others as God Loves Us
- Is Engaged in the Community
- Prays for Leaders
- Shares the Gospel
- Stores Up Treasures in Heaven
- Gives First Fruits to God
Romans 13:1-2
Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment.
A powerful Christian citizen willingly submits to governing authorities
Romans 13:1b-2a
There is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed…
A powerful Christian citizen submits to leaders because God put them there
Romans 13:2b
And those who resist will incur judgment.
Failing to submit to your leaders can lead to unpleasant consequences
Titus 3:1-2
Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.
A powerful Christian citizen is obedient to the will of government leaders
A powerful Christian citizen is ready to serve the community
A powerful Christian citizen does not slander government officials
A powerful Christian citizen pursues peaceable relationships
A powerful Christian citizen is even-handed and cares more for others than himself
A powerful Christian citizen consistently and lovingly prays for leaders
Titus 3:1-2
Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.