Fearless (Romans 13:1-7)

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Fearless
Romans 13:1-7

I. Intro
Big Idea: Perfect love drives out fear. 1 John 4:18

II. Established
A. God is in control. Romans 13:1
B. God uses governments for His purposes. Romans 13:2

III. Authority
A. Submission makes an impression. Daniel 3:1-30; Romans 13:3
B. Authorities cause us to esteem grace. Romans 13:4

IV. Submit
A. Submission makes us holy. Romans 13:5
B. Submission demonstrates trust in Christ. Isaiah 53:7; Romans 13:6
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V. Give
​A. Much is asked. Luke 12:48; Romans 13:7
B. Service reflects the gospel. Matthew 6:33

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• What’s something you’d like to see change in our nation?
• What’s something from Sunday’s message you hope we talk about as a group?
• How does our government benefit the spread of the gospel?
• What’s the difference between submission (or compliance) and obedience?
• How does submission to our government demonstrate our trust in God?
• Why is prayer for our country or community better than complaining about them?
• What’s a way we can serve our local government, law enforcement, or schools?
• What’s a specific way you can apply Romans 13:1-7? Pray for one another.

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