Is it OK for Christians to disobey the government? - ITCHING EARS Series - Nate Clarke

“The Blessing of Boundaries”
2 Timothy 4:3-5
ITCHING EARS Series
Pastor Nate Clarke / nateclarke_
June 26, 2024
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SERMON NOTES:
- 2 Timothy 4:3-5
- The Blessing of Boundaries
- Boundaries are not meant to be a burden, but to be a blessing.
- Genesis 2:15-17
- In the giving of a boundary, God is desiring to give you freedom!
- Christ is the greatest authority
- Genesis 1:1-3
- Colossians 1:15-18
- Supreme: “highest in rank or authority.”
- [Lanes illustration]
- The Family: Christ, husband, wife, children.
- Ephesians 5:22-28
- Ephesians 6:1-3
- The Church
- 1 Corinthians 16:15-16
- 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13
- Titus 2:15
- Hebrews 13:7
- Hebrews 13:17
- 1 Timothy 3:15
- 2 Timothy 3:16-17
- 1 Peter 5:1-4
- The Church: be a pillar of truth, shepherd the flock
- The State / Government
- Romans 13:1
- 1 Peter 2:13-14
- Titus 3:1
- Mark 12:14-17
- The State: govern the people, punish evil & reward good
- Lord, give us discernment on when to disobey.
- We disobey when submission to earthly authority = rebellion to heavenly authority, Christ.
- Acts 4:18-20
- Lord, give us discernment to know our lane.
- Lord, give us freedom as we yield to the authority of Christ and the authorities He has established in our lives.
- [Cliff illustration]
Oasis Church exists to help people see Jesus more clearly.
We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.
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