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Why should Christians obey secular laws?

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Christians are called to obey secular laws as an act of obedience to God and to maintain social order.

Obeying secular laws is part of the Christian witness and is mandated by Romans 13:1-5, which teaches that all authority comes from God. As Christians, we recognize that even unjust rulers are still under God's sovereign control, and refusing to obey laws could lead to God's judgment against those who rebel against His ordained order. While civil disobedience is warranted when God’s commands are directly violated, the general posture of a believer should be one of respect and submission towards governing authorities, reflecting a commitment to peace and order as commanded by Scripture.
Scripture References: Romans 13:1-5, 1 Peter 2:13-17

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