“For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil.... If thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.” Verses 3, 4.
5. For whom is law made?
“Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient.” 1 Tim. 1:9.
6. How are Christians admonished to respect civil authority?
“Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work.” Titus 3:1. “Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme; or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evil-doers, and for the praise of them that do well.... Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.” 1 Peter 2: 13-17. “For this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.” Rom. 13:6, 7.
7. In what words does Christ show that there is another realm outside of Cæsar's, or civil government?
“Render therefore unto Cæsar the things which are Cæsar's; and unto God the things that are God's.” Matt. 22:21.
8. To whom alone did He say worship is to be rendered?
“Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and Him only shalt thou serve.” Matt. 4:10.
9. What decree did King Nebuchadnezzar once make respecting worship?