Romans 13:4

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

For they are God's servants appointed for your good. But, if you do what is wrong, you may well be afraid; for the sword they carry is not without meaning! They are God's servants to inflict his punishments on those who do wrong.

Cross References

Romans 12:19

Never avenge yourselves, dear friends, but make way for the Wrath of God; for Scripture declares--'"It is for me to avenge, I will requite," says the Lord.'

Romans 13:6

This, too, is the reason for your paying taxes; for the officials are God's officers, devoting themselves to this special work.

1 Thessalonians 4:6

None of you over-reaching or taking advantage of his Brother in such matters. 'The Lord takes vengeance' upon all who do such things, as we have already warned you and solemnly declared.

1 Peter 2:14

and to governors as the men sent by him to punish evil-doers and to commend those who do right.