God & Government – John Decker
Notable Quotes:
Power flows from God directly to the people. Then power is given to the government only as the people deem appropriate.
Silence in the face of evil is evil itself. Not to speak is to speak, not to act is to act. God will not hold us guiltless.
Church, we need to vote biblically.
Discussion Guide:
1. What does it mean to submit to governing authorities according to Romans 13?
2. How do we balance obeying God and obeying government?
3. What are some examples from the Bible where believers chose to obey God over man?
4. How can we as Christians influence our government and society positively?
5. What role does prayer play in our response to government and societal issues?
6. Why is it important to vote biblically, and how can we discern what that means?
7. What are some moral issues highlighted in the sermon that are relevant today?
8. How can we as a church community support each other in standing for biblical truths?