America was founded on rebellion to authority. What does the bible have to say about this?
1 Samuel 15:23
For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft
Mark 12:17
And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things
that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's. And they
marvelled at him.
Rom 13:1,3-4,6 (NIV)
Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established... Do you want to be free from fear of the one in authority? Then do what is right and he will commend you. For he is God's servant to do you good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword for nothing... This is why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God's servants, who give their full time to governing.
1 Pet 2:13-14 (NIV)
Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong *
2006-07-10 09:51:31 · 12 answers · asked by 自由思想家 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Is there really a difference?
2006-07-10 09:55:06 · answer #1 · answered by Charlooch 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The earliest settlers were fleeing from religious persecution from the State Church in England and sought freedom to worship YHVH according to the dictates of their conscience. To this end there is no condemnation, as they were following the practices of the early Church in Jerusalem and Scripture. At the point many years later when their offspring and newer arrivals to the colonies sought political independence, that is where they entered into the sin of rebellion. It would have been better if they had remained in subjection to the crown than enter into a greater bondage in their so called liberty. But that YHVH knew it, planned it and brought it about for His glory needs to be remembered as well. Not that we have yet seen it, but we shall. Not that the United States, its armies, political system or even the American apostate church will usher in such a manifestation; in fact it may be just the opposite, but know that His end justifies His means. Long live the King!
2006-07-10 21:00:56 · answer #2 · answered by michael s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neither. The colonies, (and later the government) were founded on the idea that people should not be oppressed for their differences of beliefs/ opinions, and with the hope that all could practice their individual religious rites without fear of repricussions from the government. (The Quakers were oppressed in England and had tried first to move to Amsterdam, but found that it was TOO relaxed there and were afraid they would lose the young of their faith to the carousing and whatnot that was occuring in Amsterdam. They therefore set out for the continent, hoping to flee the oppression they had experienced in Europe. So therefore it was neither Christianity nor witchcraft, but a desire to be allowed to worship in a manner of their own choosing on which America was founded. Too bad that it seems to have been forgotten somewhere along the way.
2006-07-10 17:03:55 · answer #3 · answered by sister_hawk01 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ahh... but wait a moment. Didn't Daniel rebel against the governing authorities because of religious persecution? That's one reason we rebelled against England was because of religious persecution. And God delivered Daniel from the Lion's den. Consider this for a moment.
2006-07-10 16:58:51 · answer #4 · answered by bachlava_9 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rebellion to authority is necessary when the time comes for need for restoration. america was formed by a group of restorationists to put the human race back in-line with new testament beliefs.
2006-07-10 17:01:19 · answer #5 · answered by denem777 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Interesting question.
This country was actually founded on a completely secular government, despite the recent claims to the opposite. However, don't take my word for it -- take a look at the Bibliography on this page:
http://www.earlyamerica.com/review/summer97/secular.html
Most people form opinions without checking their sources, which is unfortunate.
2006-07-10 17:02:46 · answer #6 · answered by Michael 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
America was founded on the principles of religious freedom so the answer is no to both.
2006-07-10 16:55:23 · answer #7 · answered by Who cares 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neither. America was founded on the principle of freedom of religion, which also includes freedom FROM religion. Think on that one next time you get up on your soapbox about your beliefs.
2006-07-10 16:56:02 · answer #8 · answered by robotripper989 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think America was founded on Freemasonry and Rosicrucianism.
2006-07-10 16:55:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I t was founded on Christian Principles.
2006-07-10 16:54:57 · answer #10 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋