Read Romans 13.1-14. In verse 1-7: Duties to governing authorities. Paul's positive view of civil authority is paralleled in 1 Pet 2.13-17. In verses 1-4: In jewish teaching, rulers ultimately derive their authority from God (Wis 6.1-3). In verses 8-10: Love's obligation. In verse 8: Following the decalogue's commands expresses love (Gal 5.14). In verse 9: Deut 5.17; Ex 20.13-17. In verse 9b: Lev 19.18; Mt 22.34-40. In verses 11-14: Being alert. Such advice is usually given when the Lord's coming is expected soon. In verse 11: Time: 1 Cor 7.29; 1 Thess 5.6. In verse 12: In apocalyptic thought darkness and light define types of behavior (1 Thess 5.1-5; Eph 5.8-11). In verses 13-14: Preparation for the end requires moral living. Comments or Questions..
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