Jesus Is Lord: Ultimately with R.C. Sproul

Summary

The sermon addresses the conflict between the early church and Roman civil authorities, highlighting the New Testament's emphasis on obedience to magistrates as taught by Peter, Paul, and Jesus. This conflict, particularly concerning the refusal to declare "Caesar is Lord," stemmed from Rome's deification of the emperor and imperial cult, not from disobedience in other civil matters. The practical takeaway is that Christians are called to render to Caesar what is Caesar's while boldly proclaiming "Jesus is Lord" as their primary confession of faith.