Godly Submission pt 1

In Society

government

government’s role of carrying out God’s justice and maintaining order and safety for the people

re: 1 Tim 2:1-3

1 Timothy 2:1–3 ESV

1 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. 3 This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,

purpose (v15)- by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people.

live as people who are free

live as servants of God

vocation

slavery

difference between this and american slavery (chattel slavery)

employment-

good bosses and bad bosses

toxic work environment

purpose (v19)- gracious thing, when mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly.

mindful of God

enduring for the sake of good

following the example of Christ (v 21-23)