Thoughts about Romans 13

The confusing verse from Romans 13 have been interpreted differently by many people. Some governing authorities even make use of this verse to support their actions against people. I am also subject to this controversial words in the Bible for long time and have been refused to accept the interpretation that we should be subject to every governing authority without any condition.

First of all, the following words by Paul in the Romans 13 states that the governing authority should reward the people who do something right and punish people who do something wrong. In this way, the authority is following God words and we should follow the rules made by the authority in order to honor our Lord. That is our responsibility for all the Christians.

Second, the behavior of Paul and Peter have shown us that they never shown the absolute obedience to the authority then. Especially, Paul did applied his law knowledge to defend himself when he was put in prison. Besides, our Lord Jesus spoke out all the things either right or wrong in front of people. Some of his words were apparently against the authorities. There are more situations in the Bible that people against the authorities were finally rewarded by God because they were following God's word.

Some great figures in the history of human beings have demonstrated their disobedience to the government during their time. The historical effects have proven that their behaviors made this world better and show God's image to the people in the world. They showed their braveness to fight against the evil authorities and the malicious rules. Washington launched independence war against British government and built the greatest country in the history of human being. God's words have been executed well in the country and this country has become the world police to deliver the justice and protection to the people mistreated by the evil authorities. Dr King's campaign to take the equal rights for the blacks have brought the revolutionary effect to American society over the last few decades. Their testimonies have honored God and make more people can realize God.