Desiring God · When Obedience Is Evil

1. 1. Christians are fundamentally new creations and exiles, meaning their primary allegiance is to God.
2. 2. There are limits to human authority; one must not follow earthly commands that lead to sin.
3. 3. Biblical examples show individuals defying human authority to obey God's higher command.
4. 4. The honor given to parents does not extend to disobeying God's explicit commands.
5. 5. Christians must not marry unbelievers, even under intense parental or cultural pressure.