1 Pet 2:13

Remember who is ACTUALLY in charge

• Our submission reflects our trust in the Lord, not our trust in the government
• The bigger your view of God, the less you stress (especially in an election year)

1 Pet 2:14

Recognize the God-given role of government

• Justice in Society
  • Rewarding good
  • Punishing evil
• Our political process allows for debate on good and evil and the best way to deal with both
• There are significant warnings and catastrophic consequences for those who invert or subvert
  • Psalm 94:20-23
  • Prov 17:15

1 Pet 2:15-17

Respond as believers who think clearly

• Response: flee and do not participate
• Response: fight by using worldly means to accomplish godly ends
• Response: faith expressed in prayer, participation, and perseverance

Questions to consider:

1. Do I allow for disagreement?
2. Do I allow for humility (in myself or others)?
3. Do I approach with kindness?
4. Do I act consistently?