"But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and as for the flesh,—do not make provision to fulfil its lusts!" Romans 13:14
Romans 13 Let every soul be in subjection to the authorities in power. For there is no authority save from God; and those that exist are put in place by God. Therefore he that sets himself against the authority, withstandeth the ordinance of God: and those [thus] withstanding shall receive for themselves judgment. For rulers are not a terror to the good work, but to the evil. And wouldest thou have no fear of the authority? Practice that which is good and thou shalt have praise from the same. For it is God’s servant to thee for good. But if thou dost practice that which is evil, be afraid! For not in vain doth it bear the sword! For God’s minister it is, an avenger for wrath to him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake. For this cause ye pay tribute also; for they are God’s ministers, attending continually upon this very matter. Render to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute [is du