¥(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.