Category Archives: Romans

 9 For the commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not bear false witness,” “You shall not covet,” and if there is any other commandment, are all summed up in this saying, namely, … Continue reading →

8 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law. This verse is tied to the beginning of verse 7, but over and above. It’s not referring to money specifically (although we … Continue reading →

6 For because of this you also pay taxes, for they are God’s ministers attending continually to this very thing. 7 Render therefore to all their due: taxes to whom taxes are due, customs to whom customs, fear to whom fear, honor … Continue reading →

4 For he is God’s minister to you for good. But if you do evil, be afraid; for he does not bear the sword in vain; for he is God’s minister, an avenger to execute wrath on him who practices evil. … Continue reading →

1 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. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who … Continue reading →

19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. 20 Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; … Continue reading →

17 Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. 18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. repay = recompense, render evil for evil — … Continue reading →

16 Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. This is a continuation of the thought in the previous verses … Continue reading →

13 distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality. 14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. distributing = to take part with, to share given … Continue reading →

12 rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; Hope — Hebrews 6:19 — Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which entereth into that within the veil. Hope = faith … Continue reading →