¥(vv
11-12) We are ÔstrangersÕ here on earth, so we
must resist living like ÔnativesÕ; we are to have a
Ôbeautiful lifestyle.Õ
¥(13-14)
This lifestyle involves submission to govt authorities
for GodÕs sake as they are intended to
reward the righteous & punish wicked.
¥(15)
GodÕs purpose in this is for us to Òput to
silence the ignorance of foolish men.Ó
¥(16-17)
Summary: DonÕt use your Xn freedom as
pretext for wickedness; honor all, love Xns,
fear God, honor the king.