The Schamel Family

Romans 13:1-9 (King James Version) King James Version (KJV)
Romans 13  

Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.  Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.  For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:  For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But 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.  Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.  For 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; honour to whom honour.  Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.  For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Romans 13 is reminding us that the elected officials are not the bad guys, they are meerly a tool in the hand of God.

I Peter 2:17     Honour all men, love the Brotherhood, honor the King.                                                                                                

This verse reminds us to honor those in authority. The verse doesn't specify: "honor the king, unless he's a democrat." It commands us to honor the King no matter who he (or she) is.

This was a great reminder for our family since our two year old somehow picked up on the idea the "Obama's gonna shoot us!"  Out of the mouth of babes!!

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