Primary Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

In this episode of The Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores Romans 13:1–7, focusing on the Christian’s relationship with civil authority. He emphasizes that all authority is established by God and that resisting it equates to rebelling against God himself. Acknowledging the difficulty of this teaching—especially given the historical context of Roman oppression—Rodney argues that believers are called to be good citizens through prayer, active engagement, and paying taxes. He concludes that while God’s authority is supreme, believers should honor earthly leaders to reflect a transformed life.