Romans 13:2

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And so, whoever resists authority, resists what has been ordained by God. And those who resist are acquiring damnation for themselves.

Cross References

Exodus 16:8

And Moses said: "In the evening, the Lord will give you flesh to eat, and in the morning, bread in fullness. For he has heard your murmurings that you have murmured against him. For what are we? Your murmuring is not against us, but against the Lord."

Isaiah 58:2

For they also seek me, from day to day, and they are willing to know my ways, like a nation which has done justice and has not abandoned the judgment of their God. They petition me for judgments of justice. They are willing to draw near to God.

Matthew 23:13

So then: Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! For you close the kingdom of heaven before men. For you yourselves do not enter, and those who are entering, you would not permit to enter.

Mark 12:40

who devour the houses of widows under the pretense of long prayers. These shall receive the more extensive judgment."

Luke 20:47

who devour the houses of widows, feigning long prayers. These will receive the greater damnation."

Romans 13:1

Let every soul be subject to higher authorities. For there is no authority except from God and those who have been ordained by God.

Romans 13:3

For leaders are not a source of fear to those who work good, but to those who work evil. And would you prefer not to be afraid of authority? Then do what is good, and you shall have praise from them.

Romans 13:5

For this reason, it is necessary to be subject, not solely because of wrath, but also because of conscience.

Romans 9:19

And so, you would say to me: "Then why does he still find fault? For who can resist his will?"

Titus 3:1

Admonish them to be subordinate to the rulers and authorities, to obey their dictates, to be prepared for every good work,

James 3:1

My brothers, not many of you should choose to become teachers, knowing that you shall receive a stricter judgment.

1 Peter 2:13

Therefore, be subject to every human creature because of God, whether it is to the king as preeminent,