Romans 13:5

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3. Romans 13:3

   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. Romans 13:4

   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.

6. Romans 13:6

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

7. Romans 13:7

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

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