In "Human Government - Part 2," Robert Kornegay continues his insightful study on the nature of authority, contrasting God's perfect sovereignty with the flawed, rebellious history of human government. Building on the foundation laid in "Part 1," this message explores:
The Origins of Rebellion: Discover how human government began as an act of defiance against God, exemplified by Nimrod and the Tower of Babel, and how this pattern of rebellion has persisted throughout history.
Satan's Influence in Worldly Kingdoms: Learn about the various names and descriptions of Satan—the slanderer, adversary, tempter, and "prince of the power of the air"—and how he uses these titles to exert temporary, yet powerful, influence over human governments and those who align with them.
Jesus' Rejection of Worldly Power: Reflect on Jesus' temptation by Satan, where He was offered all the kingdoms of the world, and understand why Jesus refused to become "second in command" to worldly power, emphasizing the principle that "no one can serve two masters."
Prophetic Foretelling of Earthly Empires: A look into Daniel's prophecy in Daniel 2 and 7, which vividly depicts the rise and fall of great human empires (Babylon, Persia, Greece, Rome) as ultimately temporary and destined to be shattered by God's eternal kingdom.
God's Eternal Kingdom: Understand that God has always had His own government, from direct rule in Eden to the laws given through Moses, and how His kingdom is the one that "shall never be destroyed."
The Call to Separation: Explore God's consistent command for His people to avoid covenants and alliances with foreign, pagan governments, not merely for political independence but for spiritual purity.
Unequal Yoking in Modern Context: Grasp the profound spiritual incompatibility between believers and unbelievers, or "righteousness with lawlessness," as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 6:14, and how this applies to our relationship with human governments today.
This sermon challenges listeners to recognize the spiritual battle at play and to choose unwavering loyalty to God's kingdom over any allegiance to the transient, often rebellious, systems of this world.
Scriptures for Further Study
Genesis 1
Ecclesiastes 1:9
Genesis 10
Matthew 4
Job 1
1 John 5:19
1 Thessalonians 3:5
Ephesians 2:1-3
2 Corinthians 4:4
Matthew 6:24
Daniel 2
Daniel 7
Exodus 19:6
1 Kings 11
2 Kings 16
Hosea (various warnings)
Isaiah (various warnings)
Jeremiah (various warnings)
2 Corinthians 6:14
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