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NASB | Proverbs 3:13 ¶ How blessed is the man who finds wisdom And the man who gains understanding. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Proverbs 3:13 ¶ Happy [blessed, considered fortunate, to be admired] is the man who finds [skillful and godly] wisdom, And the man who gains understanding and insight [learning from God's word and life's experiences], |
Bible Question:
Civil disobedience is permitted when one feels their conscience has been violated. Did you agree or disagree? See the following passages: Ex. 1:15-20; Prov. 24:11-12; Acts 5:27-29; Rom. 13:1-7; Titus 3:1-2; 1 Pet. 2:13-14. |
Bible Answer: When man's law contradicts God's commandments and laws we have an obligation to stand up for Him. All authority comes from God but God's authority is above all other. If the two come into conflict our choice is clear. It is however our reaction to the authorities after we disobey man's law that is the difference between those who are disciples and those who are not. If a law was passed prohibiting the making of disciples of Jesus. We would have to disobey that law. We have a command from a higher authority which must be followed. However when caught we would not fight but proclaim the higher authority and take the consequences whatever they may be. |