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There are different interpretations Christians concerning verse one. One is some Christians believe that the state is so corrupt that Christians should have as little to do with it as possible. Although should be good citizens as long as they do not compromise their beliefs, they should not work for the government, vote in elections or serve in the military. Another interpretation is others believe that God has given state authority in certain areas and the church authority in others. Christians can be loyal for both and can work for either. They should not confuse the two. In this view, the church and state are concerned with two different spheres the spiritual and physical and thus compliment each other but do not work together. Another interpretation is others believe that Christians have a responsibility to make the state better. They can do this politically, by electing Christian or other morally-principled leaders. Christians can do this morally by being a good influence on society. No matter what you believe none of these views advocate rebelling or refusing to obey government’s laws unless those laws clearly require us to violate the moral standards instilled in us by God.

Romans 13:1
13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.