Are Christians commanded to obey government no matter what? Romans 13 is often cited for resisting authority, but is that the full biblical picture? We examine Romans 13 and compare it with Exodus, where Hebrew midwives defied Pharaoh. If rulers are meant to be “a terror to evil,” what happens when governments reverse that role? This study explores: common interpretations of Romans 13, whether all authority is sanctioned by God, biblical examples of righteous disobedience, how scripture clarifies difficult passages, and when obedience to God requires resisting unjust laws. This is the start of a series on faith, liberty, and moral responsibility.