In Romans 13:1-7, Paul instructs Christians to “be subject to the governing authorities,” stating that “rulers hold no terror for those who do right” and “the one in authority is God’s servant for your good.” This may sound ... wrong. But it’s important to remember the context of Romans 13, which follows Romans 12, where Christians are taught to submit to and love their enemies. What does it mean for us today—especially in our polarized political climate—to be subject to governing authorities while faithfully following Jesus?