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Mark 14:1-2. Now the Passover and Unleavened Bread were two days away; and the chief priests and the scribes were seeking how to seize Him by stealth and kill Him; for they were saying, “Not during the festival, otherwise there might be a riot of the people.”. Acts 19:35-41. After quieting the crowd, the town clerk *said, “Men of Ephesus ...
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Esther 3:8. Then Haman said to King Ahasuerus, “There is a...
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Oct 28, 2022 · Rioting is a form of lawlessness, which the Bible condemns (1 John 3:4). Even if the rioters are seeking to advance a just cause, they are going about it in a sinful way. As the city clerk of Ephesus reminded the rioters in his city, “The courts are open and there are proconsuls. . . . If there is anything further you want to bring up, it ...
"To riot" is too strong; the word means "delicate fare, dainty living, luxury," and if the exact meaning be retained, this will necessitate a change of "in the day time." For though "rioting in the day time" makes good sense--revelry even among professed pleasure seekers being usually confined to the night ( 1Thessalonians 5:7 )--"dainty fare in the day time" does not seem to have much point.
- Matthew 24:12 ESV / 32 helpful votes. And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold.
- Titus 3:1-2 ESV / 21 helpful votes. Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.
- Romans 13:1-7 ESV / 21 helpful votes. Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.
- 1 Timothy 2:1-2 ESV / 16 helpful votes. First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
- What Separates A Riot from A Protest?
- What Does The Bible Say About Respecting Authority?
- What Does The Bible Say About Handling Evil Authority?
- Does The Bible Feature People Protesting?
- What Are Some Christian Perspectives on Protesting?
- Is There A Time and Place For Christians to Riot?
A riot is a violent public disturbance, often against an authority. It often involves the destruction of property—public or private. A protest is similar to a riot in that it is a public expression of rejecting an idea or action. However, a protest is usually a cooperative, organized act of non-violence.
The Bible speaks pretty clearly about respecting the authorities that are put in place. One of the more common passages on this topic comes from the first part of Romans 13. It states: In the Old Testament, God sometimes commands his people to use violence. However, these passages should be read in context—God was doing something specific to root o...
The Bible also says God has the ultimate response (in this life or the afterlife). In the meantime, Christians are to love and pray for their enemies, not to repay evil for evil. However, the Bible consists of dozens of verses and passages on God’s people pursuing what is just. For example, in Zechariah 7:9, God tells his people, “Administer true j...
The Bible may not feature people standing outside buildings with picket signs, but it does describe many people peacefully challenging authority or making public statements about unjust actions. Moses’ mother hiding him in the river even though the Egyptians decreed all Hebrew baby boys should be killed may be seen as a subversive action (ignoring ...
Peaceful protesting has played a significant role throughout Christian history. For example, the Protestant Reformation greatly altered the course of history and the church. Its most famous moment came when Martin Luther confronted the Roman Catholic Church by submitting his 95 theses. The American Civil Rights movementinvolved numerous protests, m...
Can Christians justify aggressive forms of protest? Jesus preached turning the other cheek, but was he using hyperbole? Sometimes he used exaggeration, like commanding his followers to cut off their hands and pluck out their eyes if either caused them to sin. In the Old Testament, God commands His people to act violently and kill people doing evil ...
John 8:44 ESV / 4 helpful votesHelpfulNot Helpful. You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.
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Apr 16, 2021 · 9. John 4:24. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”. 10. Ephesians 5:3. But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. 11. John 17:6. I have manifested your name to the people whom you gave me out of the world.
