Romans 13:1 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. 2 Whosoever therefore resists the power, resists the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.
When reading the Bible, care must be taken not to misinterpret what God is saying to us. Those rulers referred to in the above passage include the secular as well as those who are spiritual, and all who have been ordained by God to lead His people upon the earth.
As Christians we are to follow the Bible’s instruction on good deportment, good mannerisms and respect for those authorities that have been either ordained by God, or have been permitted by God to rule over the nations. Christianity, as a general rule of thumb does not make a person a brawler or a law breaker.
Instead, the love of God in the heart often tends to subdue those impulses that produce riots, protests, and upheavals against authorities of God’s choosing even if those rulers may not be entirely in line with God’s will. This statement might irk some folks, but it is what the scriptures teach.
Romans 13:4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he bears not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!