Book Synopsis
A fresh analysis of Biblical teaching on civil resistance, Romans 13, and quarantine—utilizing the finest exegetical tools. Thirteen categorical scenarios are presented that allow civil disobedience. Numerous Biblical examples of God-endorsed civil disobedience are cited. Romans 13 is examined to determine the extent of obedience to civil magistrates that God requires. The third section analyzes Lev. 13–14, Num. 5:1–4 and 31:19–20 to determine their applicability to contemporary medical quarantines imposed by civil governments. The introduction answers the objection, politics is not a gospel issue. An appendix includes sample church guidelines regarding sicknesses/pandemics. One of the unique features of this book is its examination of civil disobedience and quarantine in the context of the separate jurisdictions of family, church, and state. Tyrants Are Not Ministers of God is the most relevant Biblical study to critique current lockdowns/quarantines and respond accordingly!