1 Peter 2:14

American Standard Version (1901)

or unto governors, as sent by him for vengeance on evil-doers and for praise to them that do well.

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  • Rom 13:3-4 : 3 For rulers are not a terror to the good work, but to the evil. And wouldest thou have no fear of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise from the same: 4 for he is a minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is a minister of God, an avenger for wrath to him that doeth evil.

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    1Let every soul be in subjection to the higher powers: for there is no power but of God; and the [powers] that be are ordained of God.

    2Therefore he that resisteth the power, withstandeth the ordinance of God: and they that withstand shall receive to themselves judgment.

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    4for he is a minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is a minister of God, an avenger for wrath to him that doeth evil.

    5Wherefore [ye] must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience' sake.

    6For this cause ye pay tribute also; for they are ministers of God's service, attending continually upon this very thing.

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    19For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.

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