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1 David Thompson 15 th July 2012 Part 16 Gospel Culture – Under Authority Romans 13:1-7

2 Romans 12:1-2 Therefore… in view of God’s mercy, offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God... Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

3 God’s mercy A renewed mind A transformed life

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5 “Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities…” (v1) Submission A quality of God Essential for holiness

6 God establishes authority God uses authority …to promote good …to restrain evil

7 Submit to authority …because of possible punishment …because of conscience Pay tax

8 What about when government does wrong? Civil protest Civil disobedience Constant submission


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