The important thing for us to see is that even when writing about something so worldly-centered as government, Paul instructs believers to have an other-worldly perspective.

If we are to be an obedient follower of Jesus, we are called to battle against sin. This text teaches that this battle should be taken seriously and waged with ruthless intensity.

If you trust the Lord with your soul, you should also trust Him to be just.

It is only by the power of the Holy Spirit that the Christian can bless his persecutors and do away with envy.

Paul reminds believers that they are to be active in loving one another, and that means they must help one another in need, even when a believer who is a “stranger” needs help.

God shows His glory in the seventh plague upon Egypt.

God makes His people different from the world, and that is a good thing.

When we are aware of the power and care of the Lord, we are better able to face life’s adversities.