Js: 1John 5:19 says the whole world is lying in the power of the?

Question

Devil. But Romans 13:1 says let every soul be in subjection to the superior authorities. Who opposes this authority has taken a stand against god. So who rules the world? Is it God or Satan?

Answer 1

Hope this helps,

It would be incorrect to conclude that all humans in governmental authority are Satan’s tools. Many have proved themselves people of principle, such as the proconsul Sergius Paulus who is described in the Bible as “an intelligent man.” (Acts 13:7) Some rulers have courageously defended the rights of minorities, being guided by their God-given conscience even if they did not know Jehovah and his purposes. (Romans 2:14, 15) Remember, the Bible uses the word “world” in two contrasting ways: the world of mankind, which God loves and which we should love, and the world of humanity alienated from Jehovah, of which Satan is the god and from which we must stand apart. (John 1:9, 10; 17:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4; James 4:4) Thus, Jehovah’s servants have a balanced attitude toward human rulership. We are neutral in political matters since we serve as ambassadors or envoys of God’s Kingdom and our lives are dedicated to God. (2 Corinthians 5:20) On the other hand, we are in conscientious subjection toward those in authority.

This balanced approach reflects Jehovah God’s own view. When world powers, or even tiny States, abuse their authority, oppress their people, or persecute those who worship God, they certainly merit the prophetic description of them as ferocious beasts. (Daniel 7:19-21; Revelation 11:7) However, when national governments serve God’s purpose in maintaining law and order in justice, he considers them to be his “public servants.” (Romans 13:6) Jehovah expects his people to respect human governments and be subject to them, but their subjection is not without limits. When men require of God’s servants things that are forbidden by God’s law or when they forbid things that God requires his servants to do, the latter follow the position adopted by the apostles, namely: “We must obey God as ruler rather than men.”—Acts 5:29.

Jesus said that his followers would have obligations both toward governments and toward God when he declared: “Pay back, therefore, Caesar’s things to Caesar, but God’s things to God.” (Matthew 22:21) The apostle Paul wrote under inspiration: “Let every soul be in subjection to the superior authorities . . . But if you are doing what is bad, be in fear: for it is not without purpose that it bears the sword; for it is God’s minister, an avenger to express wrath upon the one practicing what is bad. There is therefore compelling reason for you people to be in subjection, not only on account of that wrath but also on account of your conscience. For that is why you are also paying taxes.” (Romans 13:1, 4-6) From the first century C.E. until today, Christians have had to consider demands made by the State. They have needed to discern whether conformity to those demands would lead to compromise of their worship or whether such demands were legitimate and should be met conscientiously.

So although satan rules the world to an great extent he does not exercise absolute control over everything that governments or people do.

Answer 2

Good question --

The Bible teaches that the Devil (Satan) has power, authority during this present age (what we simply know as "the world.") This age is marked by injustice and sin. However, at the same time, the LORD God has always, and will always, be the supreme Ruler over all of Creation. What that means is that the Devil is limited in what he can do -- and no matter what he does, God works it for "good" to those who are His own (Romans 8:28.)

Saint Augustine said (something to this effect), "Evil (sin) isn't good, but it must be good for sin to be present in this age or it wouldn't."

Finally, in "the age to come" -- the LORD's Messiah will rule and reign. This age (world) will be characterized by peace, equity, righteousness.

Answer 3

They are talking about 2 diff. things? In romans is more so saying that we need to honor authority... I had that problem with the bush administration.... I just loathe looking at bush but the Lord revealed to me through word and other people that you have to pray for him and I do... I pray for him and his family and his administration. and 1 John is talking about the devil having dominion of the World... sort of like being in the world but not being of the world

Answer 4

The Gods rule the world.

Answer 5

Here we see Paul speaking with the tongue of a Muslim. Paul, like Mohammad was a very wise politician.

Answer 6

Nope. Man.

Answer 7

Go ask your Ouija board occultist Christian lady!

Answer 8

Neither.