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NASB | Romans 13:1 Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 13:1 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God [granted by His permission and sanction], and those which exist have been put in place by God. [Prov 8:15] |
Subject: Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 |
Bible Note: Brad: Do you acknowledge the the majority of people in Germany were professed Christians? I would ask you: How did they not only allow the atrocities of the Nazis to occur, but even directly or indirectly support them? Stepping from the American Revolution, taking the "fork in the road" to Nazi Germany, we arrive at any country in the 21st century where any true Christian may find himself a citizen. Now, how do we avoid "polluting" ourselves in this violent Satanic world. Rev 2:10 indicates it will take real courage to obtain "the crown of life." The ruler of this world wants us to compromise our allegiance to Christ and his kingdom. Do you believe his kingdom will come, and crush all the kingdoms of this world, even the USA? (Dan 2:44; Rev 16:16) Read Matt 24:4. Did you notice that Jesus said that, as his disciples, we would "hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed." He didn't say anything about being involved in such wars, nor will you find any support for Christian participation in wars of the nations. In fact, you will find just the opposite counsel: "The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world." (2 Cor 10:4) We arm ourselves with spiritual armor and our offensive weapon is "the sword of the Spirit, God's Word." (Eph 6:17) I don't expect anyone to adopt my view overnight, but I do believe God will require all to adopt his before too long. Thanks to you, and all that have participated in this discussion, for your views. Wilma |