Romans 13:6
The Scripture
(6) For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Romans 13 the apostle Paul urges believers to obey civil authorities and respect the state, because God has placed them under earthly rule. He explains that the law of the land is given by God and should be followed, while Christians must not break the commandments of God.
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