What It Means to Be Neutral- Continued

 3. True Christians are neutral

Jesus and his followers set examples for us. Read Romans 13:1, 5-7 and 2 Peter 2:13, 14. Then, play the video on jw.org and discuss the  questions that follow.

8> Why should we respect secular authorities?

* what are some ways we show that we are in subjection to them? 

In times of war, some nations may claim to be neutral, but they assist both sides in the conflict.  What is real neutrality?  Read John 17:16. Then  play the video on jw.org and discuss the question that follows.

* What does it meant to be neutral?

What is secular authorities demand something that conflicts with God's Law?  Read Acts 5:28, 29.  Then play the video on jw.org and discuss the questions that follow.

* If there is a conflict between human law and God's law, who law should we obey? 

* Can you think of  any circumstances in which Christians would not obey secular authorities?

Next time: What It Means to Be Neutral -Conclusion

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