In Believing What's Right, Do That Which Is Good!

 Romans 13:3

"For rulers are not a terror to good works,

but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be 

afraid of the power? do that which

is good and thou shalt have

praise of the same:"

        At first reading this is an extremely surprising passage, for it seems to counsel absolute obedience on the part of the Christian to the civil power. But, in point of fact, this is a commandment which runs through the whole New Testament. 1 Tim 2:1-2, we read: "I exhort therefore that first of all supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and for all who are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life,  in all godliness and honesty."   
        This is not a Christian's submission to higher powers. It is reminding us of a common fact. People normally object to those whose rule is tyrannical, oppressive, and ungodly. However; The Bible tells us God does not condone tyranny or oppression, but teaches that believers should respect the established authorities.  
        My friends, our country today seems to be under rule of tyranny, oppression and ungodliness.   You May ask, "Do we just stand by, and watch the Heathens try to destroy our freedom of Religion our Churches, and our Spirit to fight for Christ, and what we Believe!"  NO! In this we have someone to turn to, "We Have God."  What we must do is spread The Gospel of Jesus Christ and stand by it! Never answer anger with anger, destruction with destruction or killing with killing. I will say pray continually and keep your eyes to the sky, for the return of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!  
        Amen!!

Reading: (Rom. 3:1-5)
                (Tim 2:1-2)
               (Titus 3:1-6)
               (1 Pet. 2:17)

May God Bless You 

And Your Families

Minister Robert A. Lail Sr.

The Cross Life Ministry