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1 LET every soul be subject to the superior powers: for there is no power but from God; the existing powers are appointed by God. 2 Wherefore he that sets himself against authority, resists the ordinance of God: and they who resist shall receive to themselves condemnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? Do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise from it: 4 for he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou doest that which is evil, tremble! for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, an avenger to inflict wrath on him that practises what is evil. 5 Wherefore there is a necessity for being in subjection, not only for fear of wrath, but also for conscience sake. 6 For on this account pay ye taxes also: for they are God's ministers, continually employed on this very service. 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. Romans 13:1-7, Haweis New Testament. Public domain.
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