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January 29, 2023 Preacher: Ryan Brice Series: The Gospel of Mark

Passage: Mark 12:13–17

Main Idea: Christians should obey civil authorities and the Lord according to the honor due each of them.

Rendering Honor and Obedience to Civil Authorities - Mark 12:13–17a

  • All civil authorities exist because God establishes them for a specific purpose
    • Genesis 1:28
    • Romans 13:1–4
    • 2 Samuel 23:3, 4
    • John 19:11
  • Christians should honor and obey civil authorities under most circumstances
    • Romans 13:5–7
    • 1 Peter 2:13–17
    • Jeremiah 29:7

Rendering Honor and Obedience to God Above All Else - Mark 12:17b

  • A Christian’s full obedience must be to God alone
    • Genesis 1:27
    • Acts 4:17–20
    • Acts 5:27–29
    • Revelation 13:1–10
  • Christianity is international and Christians should resist attempts to nationalize it
    • John 18:36
    • Exodus 19:5, 6
    • 1 Peter 2:9

So What?

  • Our honor and obedience to civil authorities is an expression of our true devotion to following Christ above all else.
    • Ephesians 6:5–8
    • Mark 8:34–37

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