Romans 13

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Paul teaches about the importance of obeying the government and about the coming of the Lord.

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The Duty to Obey Authorities

1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.

3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:

4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.

5 Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.

7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.

8 Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.

9 For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

10 Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.

11 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed.

12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.

13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.

14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.

Commentary

Romans 13 is a chapter that speaks to the importance of submitting to the governing authorities. Paul begins by reminding the readers that all authority is established by God and that those in authority are appointed by Him. He then goes on to explain that those in authority are to be respected and obeyed, as they are God’s servants, carrying out His will. Paul also warns against any kind of rebellion or disobedience, as it is a sin against God. Paul then goes on to explain that the purpose of submitting to authority is to live a life of righteousness. He encourages the readers to pay their taxes and to respect the laws of the land, as this is the way to live a life that is pleasing to God. He also reminds them that the ultimate goal is to live a life of love, which is the fulfillment of the law. Overall, this chapter is a reminder to the readers that they should respect and obey the governing authorities, as this is the way to live a life that is pleasing to God. It is also a reminder that the ultimate goal is to live a life of love, which is the fulfillment of the law.