Romans 13:4

The Text-Critical English New Testament

For he is God's servant for your good. But if yoʋ do evil, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. As God's servant, he is an avenger who executes wrath on the one who does evil.

Cross References

Romans 12:19

Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”

Romans 13:6

That is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are servants of God, attending continually to this work.

1 Thessalonians 4:6

In this matter no one should wrong or take advantage of his brother, because the Lord is an avenger in all these things, as we told you before and solemnly warned you.

1 Peter 2:14

or to governors as those who are sent by him to punish evildoers and to praise those who do good.