Romans 13:2 KJV

In context

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:

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Cross-references

• 1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
• Titus 3:1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
• Romans 13:5 Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.
• James 3:1 My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation.
• Luke 20:47 Which devour widows’ houses, and for a shew make long prayers: the same shall receive greater damnation.