Matthew 17:24-27
Paying taxes is our responsibility to government – government is a minister of God – Romans 13:3-7
1, The Question Posed – Vs. 24
. Exodus 30:11-16 – the tax was not a Roman tax, it was a temple tax
2. The Clarification Given – Vv. 25-26
. Matthew 22:15-21, 1 Peter 2:13-14
3. The Provision Demonstrated – Vs. 27
. A. Unwilling to compromise truth – Matthew 15:3-12
. B. Must have a willingness to give up your personal rights – 1 Corinthians 9:12, 19-20