Sermons About Government
Jesus And Politics
What does it mean to follow Jesus when it come to politics? There are some things that seem clear in the Bible. First, God has ordained government for the good of society. Second,God has limited the authority of government. Peter reminds us in Act 5 that "we must obey God rather than man". Third, in Matthew 5 Jesus called us to be salt and light in our culture.
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How Genuine Faith Transforms Neighborhoods and Communities
The Apostle Peter reminds us that we are foreigners here in this life, and because of this we should not get distracted from our journey by empty worldly passions that cry for our attention like lame roadside exhibits on a road trip. Instead, we should live honorable lives and respect the authorities over us because God has put them in power for our good. If we do this it will help quiet those who would slander and oppose us because we preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Who's In Charge
Politics and religion are the two things people aren't supposed to talk about. But Paul mixes them well in Romans 13:1-7 where he calls on Christians to recognize that living sacrifices to God must still submit to government, not just because of wrath, but because it is the right thing to do. God established all governments, and delegated authority to them. Therefore, we must honor them.
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The Politics of Jesus
What is a Christian response to politics, taxes, and the government? In tonight's passage, Jesus takes on the liberal left and the conservative right, reveals them both as inadequate political options, and describes a new trajectory and means for being a politically involved people. What might it look like for us to embrace his way in our city, nation, and world?
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1 Timothy 2:1-2 (PM)
Adam continues the series in Timothy, preaching 1 Tim. 2:1-2. God requires corporate, evangelistic prayer from the Church for all people and especially for the government, the results of which are both external and internal.
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Ecclesiastes 8:1-17 - Burdens Under the Sun
In America we tend to be individualistic, rebellious, and distrustful of government. Solomon reminds us that without government, as flawed as it usually is, there would be more oppression and injustice in the world, so it is a burden under the sun that must be endured along with the injustice that still remains. We all look for ways to try and cope with this reality or escape from it with hedonism, ethics, and religiosity, but Solomon tells us that it would be best for us to simply fear God and enjoy the food, drink, and gifts that He has given to us.
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Religion That Pleases God (Mark 11:27 - 12:44)
Religion that pleases God is 1) rooted in the teaching of scripture, 2) rooted in Jesus himself, 3) impacts all of our earthly allegiances, 4) knows the God of the scriptures, 5) is the overflow of a love for God and our neighbor, and 6) results in real sacrifice.
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Submit To All Human Institutions -- 1 Peter 2:13-17
How are those who believe in Jesus to relate to human government. While a good question during times when the government is friendly to Christianity, it is a vital question if one lives under a government that is either corrupt or seeks to destroy the church. This sermon seeks to look at just this question.
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How to Shepherd the Lord's Sheep
Peter gives four directives for the proper shepherding of the flock of God.
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