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  • Christopher Hill avatar

    Who Is Your Authority – God Or The Government?

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 1, 2004
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     | 4,327 views

    ? As Christians, we are not to feel as if we are not bound by the law and authority of earthly government because we are citizens of another kingdom. Instead, we should demonstrate our respect for the heavenly King by being subject to earthly authority.

    Night after night, week after week, and month after month Gregory Dixon Jr., pastor of Indianapolis Baptist Temple, along with other men of the church held a vigil. This wasn’t a typical vigil, however. These men sat up each night drinking coffee, eating donuts, and playing cards. They didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Nation Under God [independence Day]

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 719 ratings
     | 80,355 views

    We must Pay for Government, Pray for Government, Praise our Government, Participate in Government, Persuade our Government. Link included to Formatted Text and PowerPoint.

    One Nation, “Under God!” Rom. 13:1-7 http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/OneNationUnderGod.html There are a growing number of Christians who think that believers should not be involved in government and politics. There are several reasons for this attitude: 1. Afraid of promoting a social gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Election Is Over – Now What?

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009
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     | 5,024 views

    PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to step behind and prayerfully support those whom God has raised up.

    Romans 13:1-8 (NKJV) 1. Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2. Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Must Caesar Always Be Obeyed? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 30, 2011
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     | 4,602 views

    What are the limits of obedience owed to the state when state and church are in conflict?

    “Whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgement.” The Book of Judges concludes on a gloomy note. The last verse of the book reads, “In those days there was no king in Israel.” Then, this dark assessment is appended “Everyone did what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Sword Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,910 views

    Exploring the relationship of church and state from the biblical model presented by Paul in his Letter to Roman Christians.

    “Rulers are not a cause of fear for good behaviour, but for evil. Do you want to have no fear of authority? Do what is good and you will have praise from the same; for it is a minister of God to you for good. But if you do what is evil, be afraid; for it does not bear the sword for nothing; for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “i Don’t Like None Of ‘em!”

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 4, 2011
     | 4,834 views

    Biblical teaching about government authority and capital punishment.

    “I Don’t Like None of ‘Em!” apr1011 Romans 13:1-7 Grant Lovejoy, one time pastor of this church, was also my preaching professor at SWBTS. He cautioned us that there are 2 topics you never want to discuss from the pulpit: sex & politics. So let me just say, “I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace And Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,555 views

    Believers are responsible for obeying the governing authorities as long as doing so doesn’t conflict with obedience to God.

    Romans 13:1-10 Introduction: A. Have there ever been laws you didn’t agree with and were therefore tempted to disobey? B. Have you ever disagreed with decisions our government made? C. I think mainly of the political upheaval of the sixties and seventies in our country. D. An enormous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Article 24 Civil Magistrates Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Mar 17, 2010
     | 3,927 views

    This sermon looks at the role of the Christians and governing authorities.

    1689 BAPTIST CONFESSION OF FAITH. ARTICLE 24 CIVIL MAGISTRATES ROM 13:1-7. IN ROMANS 13 PAUL TURNS HIS ATTENTION TO THE ROLE OF CIVIL MAGISTRATES AND THE ROLE OF THE CHRISTIAN LIVING OUT THEIR LIVES BEFORE THEM. 1. GOVERNING AUTHORITIES ARE GOD GIVEN V1-2 A) ESTABLISHED BY GOD V2 ALL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Trust Jesus

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 22, 2014
     | 4,876 views

    Through submission I learn to trust Jesus more and more.

    Paul Miller, the author of Love Walked Among Us, begins teaching seminars by writing these words on a flip chart: "I do nothing on my own. I can only do what I see my dad doing." Then, he asks for analysis of this statement from the audience. Typical responses that he hears are these, "The son ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Everyone Must Submit To Governing Authorities Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 10, 2014
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     | 32,451 views

    Paul speaks about authorities in this world. 1- Authorities are established by God 2- Authorities punish the wrongdoers 3- Authorities must be respected by all

    INTRO.- We have authorities or authority figures throughout all our lives. ILL.- Little Johnny was going to a public school and he was doing very badly in math. So his mother decided to put him into a Catholic school. When she got his report card at the end of the term, his marks in math had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Under Authority Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 2, 2022
     | 4,154 views

    We see the governing mandate, its mission and its means. Human authorities are used by God to achieve His sovereign purposes. We submit to Him and live as good citizens.

    I am not sure if you noticed this, we are always living under some kind of authority in life. • As children, we live under the authority of our parents. In schools, our teachers. At work, our superiors. In church, pastors and leaders. As citizens, our government. • None of these authorities is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    The Christian And Government

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,245 views

    I preached this sermon to remind believers of the role of government as a God-ordained entity in our lives.

    Title: The Christian and Civil Government Scripture: Romans 13:1-9 Type: Topical Where: GNBC 6-7-2020 (Riots) Intro: During the past week and a half I have heard a lot of people demand and emphasize their rights. The result has been the wanton destruction of our communities, personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Lewis W. Gregory avatar

    Freedom In Jeopardy Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,468 views

    The United States of America began on a firm foundation.

    The United States of America began on a firm foundation. “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.” So said the leaders who signed the Declaration of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Righteousness Exalts A Nation Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 26, 2020
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     | 3,623 views

    What criterion should be used in selecting government leaders? What does God say? “Righteousness exalts a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people” (Proverbs 14:34).

    What criterion should be used in selecting government leaders? What does God say? “Righteousness exalts a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people” (Proverbs 14:34). Do right by God and He will do right by you. Honor the Lord God Almighty. Stay true to His standard of Righteousness—the Word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Patriotic Christians #2 - Pray For Our Leaders Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020
     | 5,205 views

    As Christians, we have a responsibility to pray for our elected leaders and officials.

    Patriotic Christians #2 Pray for Our Leaders Theme: As Christians, we have a responsibility to pray for our elected leaders and officials. Introduction Last week we took some time to talk about seven different ways we could pray for our country. We need to pray for humility, that we will seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ