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What does the Bible say about the relationship between church and state?

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The Bible teaches that the church and state are separate entities, each ordained by God for different purposes.

The Bible presents a clear distinction between the roles of the church and the state. In history, Israel was a theocracy, where the church was synonymous with the state, but God's plan was to eventually separate these two entities. As outlined in Deuteronomy 20 and supported by New Testament teachings, the church has the role of ministering to souls, preaching forgiveness, and guiding believers in faith, while the state is tasked with maintaining order and punishing evildoers. This separation allows each to fulfill its God-given duties without overstepping into the other's domain, a topic thoroughly explored in Romans 13.
Scripture References: Deuteronomy 20; Romans 13

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