The Christian And The Government

Foundation of Government God established government 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.  (Romans 13:1) Laws are based on morality (from God) When God is not glorified as God, law disintegrates into immorality and the defilement of mankind (Romans 1:21-31)

Submission to Government “Let every soul be subject to the higher powers…” (Rom. 13:1-7) "Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work..." (Titus 3:1) "Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake…” (1 Peter 2:13-17)

The Duty of Our Dual Citizenship Christians of the N.T. era had no say in their government… we do. As Americans we have the right (some say obligation) to elect our rulers IF we vote, we must do so within the moral parameters of the Bible When moral issues are at stake, the Christian must make them priority

Prominent Moral Issues that Demand Attention Two unmistakably moral issues are at the forefront of political discussions Christians must decide on these issues not on their political merit but on their moral merit as defined by God’s word These issues demand our attention… Abortion and Homosexuality

God creates life in the womb For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. Psalms 139:13-16 (KJV)

The Unborn Child is Living Soul Jer. 1:4, 5 Jeremiah was formed by God and ordained a prophet in his mother's womb Luke 1:13-15 John was filled with the Holy Ghost from his mother's womb Gal. 1:14-16 Paul was chosen to preach while in his mother's womb James 2:26 Life is determined by the presence of the spirit

Homosexuality “You shall not lie with a male as with a woman. It is an abomination.”  (Lev. 18:22) Paul speaks of homosexuals as “committing what is shameful” (Rom. 1:26-27) He then warns that “those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them.”

Romans 1:32(NKJV) Who, knowing the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them. What does your vote say about your approval of homosexuality or abortion? If you VOTE for pro-homosexual or pro-abortion candidates, you affirm your approval of their immorality!

Guilty by Association 1 Timothy 5:22(NKJV) Do not lay hands on anyone hastily, nor share in other people’s sins; keep yourself pure. 2 John 1:10-11(NKJV) If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him;  for he who greets him shares in his evil deeds.

One Nation Under God? "[W]hile just government protects all in their religious rights, true religion affords to government its surest support.“ George Washington "The cause of America is in a great measure the cause of all mankind. Where, say some, is the king of America? I'll tell you, friend, He reigns above.“ Thomas Paine

One Nation Under God? "We have no government armed in power capable of contending in human passions unbridled by morality and religion. Our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate for the government of any other.“ John Adams (Second president of U.S.)

One Nation Under God? "I have lived, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth -- that God Governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid?" Benjamin Franklin

One Nation Under God? “When we pledge allegiance to One Nation under God, our citizens participate in an important American tradition of humbly seeking the wisdom and blessing of Divine Providence.” George W. Bush

One Nation under God…

Would Jesus Cry for America? On that very day some Pharisees came, saying to Him, “Get out and depart from here, for Herod wants to kill You.” And He said to them, “Go, tell that fox, ‘Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I shall be perfected.’  Nevertheless I must journey today, tomorrow, and the day following; for it cannot be that a prophet should perish outside of Jerusalem. “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the one who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, but you were not willing!  Luke 13:31-35(NKJV)

The Wrath of God’s Judgment Upon an evil world, in which the righteous were saved (Gen. 6:5-8) Upon Sodom and Gomorrah, in which the righteous were saved (Gen. 18:20-33) Upon the nation of Israel, to bring them to repentance (2 Chron. 7:19-22) Coming judgment upon the world

If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.  2 Chronicles 7:14(NKJV)

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance. Psalms 3:12(NKJV)

"The people are responsible for the character of their Congress "The people are responsible for the character of their Congress. If that body be ignorant, reckless, and corrupt, it is because the people tolerate ignorance, recklessness, and corruption. If it be intelligent, brave, and pure, it is because the people demand these high qualities to represent them in the national legislature."  James A. Garfield (1877)

Pray for Righteousness "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty."  (1 Timothy 2:1-2) Pray that God will raise up those who will lead the nation in righteousness

"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing." (Edmund Burke)