Love does no harm to a neighbor. The Holy Bible, New International Version® NIV®, Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®. And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. NIV 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. Bible Gateway Romans 13 :: NIV. Romans 13:1–14 Submission to Governing Authorities 13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, p for there is no authority except that which God has established. Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. 12 Therefore, I urge you,(A)brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice,(B)holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.2 Do not conform(C)to the pattern of this world,(D)but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. 1. The authorities that exist have been established by God. (P) So let us put aside the deeds of darkness(Q) and put on the armor(R) of light. Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience. 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. Romans 13 New International Version (NIV) Submission to Governing Authorities 13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. Romans 13: Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. The authorities that exist have been established by God. 13 Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. 13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, ( A) for there is no authority except that which God has established. 3 For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. (D) 4 For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. (E)Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is(F)—his good, pleasing(G)and perfect will. 11 I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong— 12 that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. 3 For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. Romans 13:13 New International Version (NIV) 13 Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. The authorities that exist have been established by God. (E) 5 Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.(F). The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,”, and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Romans 13 New King James Version (NKJV) Submit to Government 13 Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities.For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. Then do what is right and you will be commended. 3 For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those … 13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities,(A) for there is no authority except that which God has established. Used by Permission of Biblica, Inc.® All rights reserved worldwide. q The authorities that exist have been established by God. Romans 13:1 - NIV: Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. Romans 13 New International Version. For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. 6 This is also why you pay taxes,(G) for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. (T) 14 Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ,(U) and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh.[c](V). 13 1 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. 13 I do not want you to be unaware, brothers and sisters, that I planned many times to come to you (but have been prevented from doing so until now) in order that I might have a harvest among you, just as I have had among the other Gentiles. 12 The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. Romans 13 - Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor. Romans 13 1 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light.