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What does the Bible say about political authorities?

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Romans 13 teaches that all governing authorities are instituted by God, and Christians are called to be subject to them.

Romans 13:1-5 reminds believers that there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by Him. This means that Christians are to be in subjection to governing authorities, which serve God's purpose in maintaining order and justice. Disobedience to such authorities equates to resisting God's ordinance, which carries with it the potential for divine judgment. The verses stress that rulers are meant to be a terror to bad conduct, not to good conduct, underscoring the need for Christians to obey civil laws unless they conflict directly with God's commands.
Scripture References: Romans 13:1-5

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