Romans 13:1-7
Romans: The Foundations of Faith
"God and Government"
(Romans 13:1-7)
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Hinderances to Love - Swindoll
Paul in Rome and Today - Moo
The Problem of Romans 13:1-7 - Theilmann
The Brave Example of a Country Pastor - Theilmann
Introduction: A Review of Daniel and Acts
The Principle
Willingly submit to the authority of the government where you live (13:1).
Support for the Principle
God has established government
to accomplish His purpose and keep the peace (13:1-5).
• God has established all governmental authorities (13:1b).
• Rebelling against the government is rebelling against God (13:2).
• Submit to the government and you have nothing to worry about (13:3).
• The government is used by God to keep the peace (13:4).
• Submit to the government to avoid consequences and have a clear conscience with God (13:5).
Application of the Principle
Pay your taxes
(13:6-7).
• Pay your taxes to pay their salary (13:6).
• Give people what God says they deserve, not what you think they have earned (13:7).
Submit to the government where you live,
live according to the just laws of society,
and pay your taxes.
Next Steps
• Submit to the government, respect officials, and pay your taxes.
• Honor those in authority because God is using them for His purpose.
• Be an excellent citizen and exercise your rights with dignity.
This Week’s Growth Guide
God’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
• Monday - Daniel 4:1-18
• Tuesday - Daniel 4:19-37
• Wednesday - Acts 3:1-31
• Thursday - Acts 5:17-32
• Friday - Romans 13:8-14
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Grill and Chill - June 26
Men of Fellowship we are firing up the grill at Toad Suck Park, June 26, 6:00 p.m. Men, please invite your son or a friend and join us at the river for a great night of good food and great fun!
To RSVP stop by the Connection Center or email men@fellowshipconway.org
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Girlfriends Bible Study - Re-Entry: Trusting God for the Next Normal
Our study will center on re-entry into the world after covid; character, chaos to order, calm, and comfort will be each week’s themes. Ladies, join us for this study. Two meeting options will be available, as we learn from and lean on each other, and we look to God as our mighty provider and comforter! Wednesdays, July 7-28 led by Charlotte Strickland via Zoom (8-9:00 p.m.) or in person led by Lesta Eberhard (6:30-7:30 p.m. Fireside Room). Child care available by RSVP to Shanna at shann@conwaycorp.net. Register at Connection Center or at https://tinyurl.com/s23r64k7.
Survey of the Bible
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 24. Join us as Ken Wilson spends a Saturday taking us through an overview of all 66 books of the Bible, helping us gain a deeper understanding of the story, structure, and themes of Scripture. This will be an all day event with child care provided. More details to come!
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Thank you Fellowship Conway for hosting the Downline Conway Institute this past year! For the 9 months, 27 people from 14 different Conway churches have gathered at Fellowship to walk through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and be further equipped as disciple makers in our churches, homes, and communities. Would you consider investing the time and energy in your spiritual life this next year by joining us starting in August 2021? If you are interested in learning more about being a part of the Downline Institute please email Chris Kear at chris@downlineconway.com. We are also now accepting applications at downlineconway.com/apply.
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