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Kingdoms of this World Under Divine Authority

Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2026 7:58 am
by Ernie
I thought this statement from another thread deserves its own thread for further discussion.
barnhart wrote: ↑Thu Jul 16, 2026 7:40 am 3. The kingdoms of this world are still functioning under divine authority.
In what ways are they still functioning under this divine authority?
What latitude do they not have?

Re: Kingdoms of this World Under Divine Authority

Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2026 11:14 am
by barnhart
I rapidly pulled those points from my head an there was one I was less certain about but it wasn't this one. :)

Re: Kingdoms of this World Under Divine Authority

Posted: Wed Sep 09, 2026 8:10 pm
by Kenny1995
The Bible uses Pharoh in the time of Moses as an example of this. According to Paul he was apparently a vessel made unto dishonor. Kind of a unique idea when the Bible also says we are to obey and respect our leaders.