Romans 13:8
The Scripture
(8) Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.
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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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 13:7Deuteronomy 24:14Deuteronomy 24:15Proverbs 3:27Proverbs 3:28Matthew 7:12Matthew 22:39Matthew 22:40Romans 13:10Galatians 5:14Colossians 3:14I Timothy 1:5
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