Morning Manna - Apr 28, 2025 - Romans 13:1-3 - Subject Unto the Higher Powers

Rick and Doc began the study of Romans 13, a chapter addressing Christian attitudes toward government authority. They emphasized that while God ordains all authority, believers must discern when obedience to rulers conflicts with obedience to God. The conversation explored historical examples like the American Revolution and modern applications involving tyranny and persecution.

**TOPICS COVERED**

Understanding Romans 13:1-7 and its call for submission to authority

Historical and theological tensions during the American Revolution

Authority under corrupt or tyrannical rulers

The role of Christians in politics and civil disobedience

Sedition and rebellion as sins against God-ordained authority

**SCRIPTURE REFERENCES**

Romans 13:1 – "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers."

Romans 13:2 – "Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God."

Romans 13:3 – "For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil."

Romans 13:4 – "For he is the minister of God to thee for good."

Romans 13:5 – "Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake."

Romans 13:6 – "For for this cause pay ye tribute also."

Romans 13:7 – "Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour."