Ye must needs (αναγκη). "There is necessity," both because of the law and because of conscience, because it is right (2:15; 9:1).<…

Therefore, (dio). The reasons why we should be subject, which the apostle had given, were two:

1. That governm…

It follows, from this divine authority and title enjoyed by the magistrate, that he ought to be obeyed, not only from fear of the punishment that h…

In bringing this portion of the discussion to a close, Paul advances two reasons why Christians must submit to the state. One is the threat of puni…

It is therefore necessary, etc. What he had at first commanded regarding obedience to magistrates, he now briefly repeats, but with an add…

Wherefore you must needs be subject
To the higher powers, to the civil magistrates; there is a necessity of it, beca…

The grace of the gospel teaches us submission and quiet, where pride and the carnal mind only see causes for murmuring and discontent. Whatever the…

1. After showing how a person should behave toward God by using the gifts of His grace, the Apostle now shows how a person should conduct hi…