God view illegal immigration

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How does God view illegal immigration?"Romans 13:1-7 makes it abundantly clear that God expects us to obey the laws of the government. The ONLY exception to this is when a law of the government forces you to disobey a command of God (Acts 5:29). Illegal immigration is the breaking of a governmental law. There is nothing in Scripture that would prohibit obeying immigration laws. Therefore, it is a sin, rebellion against God, to illegally enter into another country. Romans 13:1-7 also gives the government the authority to punish lawbreakers, whether by deportation or imprisonment (in the cases of illegal immigration), or more severe penalties for greater crimes.The vast majority of illegal immigrants in the United States have come for the purpose of having a better life, providing for their families, and escaping from poverty. These are good goals and motivations. However, these reasons do not give a person the right to break a law. Those seeking to immigrate to another country should obey the immigration laws of that country. While this may cause delays and frustrations, these reasons do not give a person the right to break a law.What should a country do with all the illegal immigrants that are currently in the country? For the most part, this is not a biblical question. The Bible does not mandate how governments should respond to every type of illegal action. Governments have the right and authority to do as they see fit, whether that be deporting illegal aliens, arresting them, or granting them amnesty.