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How do we know that obeying civil government is God's will?

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Obeying civil authorities is God's will because they are ordained by Him to maintain order and punish evil (Romans 13:1).

Obedience to civil government is depicted in Romans 13 as part of God’s ordained structure for society. The Apostle Paul states that all authority is established by God; therefore, resisting such authority equates to resisting God’s ordinance. This underscores that civil authorities serve as God's ministers to uphold justice, making their obedience essential for Christians. Thus, it is affirmed that believers should obey civil laws provided they do not conflict with God's commandments, as God uses rulers to maintain order and serve His purposes.
Scripture References: Romans 13:1-2

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