I don't believe you said that. Could you please say it again, with just a line or two about why you believe it?
" I don't believe you said that"
Why not? It's consistent with his other beliefs.
Colossians 3:22 "Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to win their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord." Also, check out Titus 3:9
It's a literal thing. To these folks, Paul trumps God.
God allows governments to be established. If the government makes it lawful to have slaves who am I to say government cannot do that. Do you obey the speed limit because you want to or because government says you must?