Where are your Allegiances?
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Most of you know the quote about being in the world and not of it. This is so true. When you accepted Christ's gift of salvation, you were removed from the world (spiritually now, physically to come). Your primary allegiance became, and is still to the Kingdom of God. NOT THE USA or any other country! Is it OK to be a good citizen, pay your taxes, obey the laws of the land? Absolutely! We are told to do so. Romans 13: Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. The Word of God, the Holy Bible, exhorts us to try our best to live peaceably and quiet whenever possible. Romans 12:17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Is it OK to have opinions and strong feelings about political i