Sermons on Romans 13:1-4:

The Mother's Prayer

Contributed by Samuel Young on Apr 27, 2021

A mother's prayer is powerful. It ends with a powerful story of the dream of a mother that asks God to show her His love.

Luke 2:19 reads: “But Mary treasured up all these words, pondering in her heart what they might mean.” - Luke 2:19 NET Mary What does it mean to treasure and ponder in her heart? What did Mary treasure in her heart? Let us answer the question what she treasures first, then we will answer what it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:48-51, Luke 2:19, Ephesians 5:22-23, Ephesians 6:1-2, Romans 13:1-2, Hebrews 13:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hell: Does It Really Exist

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 1, 2021

For a few moments I would like to talk to you about a subject few discuss any more or even will preach and that is HELL

Romans 13:1 ¶ Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. (2) Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. (3) For rulers are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-3

How To Biblically Respond To The New Us President?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 23, 2021

Many Christians worried that America will become more liberal under the new leader and leave Christian values. As Christians who want to do God's commands, how should we respond to our country's leader biblically, especially if we disagree with his policies?

Praise God, the presidential inauguration last Wednesday has proceeded safely. America now has a new president and vice president. However, it is clear that not everyone likes the new president Joseph Biden. Jim Denison wrote, "Moments before the president-elect took the stage for his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Romans 13:1-2, Matthew 22:21, Jeremiah 29:7, Acts 5:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About The Christian’s Relationship With The Government?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 25, 2021

What do Paul and Peter have to say about the Christian and government? Is the church allowed to pursue the violent overthrow of secular governments? What should be our focus if it's not the accumulation of earthly power?

- We are going to dig into a subject this morning that is challenging. We are going to be talking about church and state. It’s one we don’t talk about particularly often. - As we start, I want to acknowledge up front that these passages are difficult. I want to say that I don’t like everything ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Backyard Needs Cleaned.

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 1, 2021

Sinners and the government are not the real problem. We are our own worse enemies refusing to clean ourselves up so sinners will want to be clean.

Romans 13:1  Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.  2  Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17, Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Wrath

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 4, 2021

Wrath is a powerful emotional state of mind and body.

Pope Benedict XVI once remarked: “The wrath of God is a way of saying that I have been living in a way that is contrary to the love that is God. Anyone who begins to live and grow away from God, who lives away from what is good, is turning his life toward wrath.” Romans 12:19 confirms: “Beloved, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:4, Ezekiel 25:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:9

Law & Order

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Aug 4, 2020

The current uprising that America is experiencing is evidence that the basic Christian tenets upon which our nation was built are NOT being transferred or adequately taught. Man, instead of evolving upward, appears to be reverting back to barbarianism, where "might makes right"

LAW & ORDER OPEN: 23 People Have Died Since Violence Erupted Following George Floyd’s Death - in New York City, shootings have surged by more than 358% this year - Atlanta had record violence over July 4th weekend. - CNN reports that 5 police officers had been killed in 9 days - Officer Down ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Social Justice, Civil Disobedience, Unity, And The Bible

Contributed by Jody Marsh on Aug 15, 2020

There is no shortage of issues dividing our country and our church today. Should we, as Christians get involved in these issues? If so, which ones? And to what extent should we get involved?

Social Justice, Civil Disobedience, Unity, and the Bible Great Power Point slides are available. Email jaykaymarsh@yahoo.com. There is no shortage of issues dividing our country and our church today. Here is a list. Feel free to add to it: gun control, abortion, vaccines, climate change, drug ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:17, Romans 13:1, 1 Corinthians 9:22

Denomination: Adventist

To Protect And To Serve

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 7, 2015

We invited the local Chief of Police to speak to our congregation and to our youth. After his talk, this is the short message we gave to close the service.

TO PROTECT AND TO SERVE That motto is used to describe the original description of our federal government’s purpose. It is primarily to protect "we the people" from those in our society that would hurt us so that Americans can live in the pursuit of happiness. That being said, it would be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:4

Denomination: *other

Remind The People. . .

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 6, 2020

I’m concerned about the future, for it seems that our nation is now establishing, through many of its leaders, courts & judges, a distinctively anti-Christian agenda. The values we cherish are under assault.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Romans 13:3-4,7; Titus 3:1-2; ILL. The owners of a company employing several hundred workers were ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-2, Romans 13:3-4, Romans 13:7, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hackernoon #4 Leadership In The Home At At The Office

Contributed by Robert Butler on Sep 8, 2020

Leadership in the home and at work are similar. We must always remember the people surrounding us are on loan from God. We should take the role seriously as a follower of Jesus to train them up in the way they should go.

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Scripture: Mark 8:36, Ephesians 6:4, Philippians 2:3-5, John 1:14, Ephesians 5:21, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Ezekiel 18:1-4, Ephesians 6:1-3, Colossians 3:20, Hebrews 13:17, 1 Peter 2:13-14, Titus 3:1, Colossians 3:2, Romans 13:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God And Government Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 27, 2020

A look into how Christians interact with human government

God and Government Romans Series CCCAG September 26th, 2020 Scripture- Romans 13 I'm going to be honest with you. Out of all the scriptures in Romans, this is the one that I wanted an excuse to avoid because it’s the scripture that everyone will have a strong opinion about, and even more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Christian And Government

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 14, 2020

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

Scripture: Romans 13:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Powers That Be, As Ordained By God Almighty (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 27, 2019

Be subject to the Powers that be as ordained by God. Their authority is from God.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE POWERS THAT BE, AS ORDAINED BY GOD ALMIGHTY (PT. 1)* Romans 13:1-3 King James Version (KJV) 13 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

The Powers That Be As Ordained By God Almighty (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 27, 2019

Respect civil authority and pay all taxes and custom duties as well as any mandatory fees you need to pay in the society. Live right and be at peace with the Powers that be.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE POWERS THAT BE AS ORDAINED BY GOD ALMIGHTY (PT. 2)* Romans 13:4-7 King James Version (KJV) 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:4-7

Denomination: Charismatic