Government & Society

Bible Verses About law enforcement

13 key scriptures

Explore what the Bible says about law enforcement. This collection of 13 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

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TranslationKey Verse: Romans 13:4
King James (KJV)For he is the 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 the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.

13 Key Scriptures

For he is the 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 the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. ordained: or, ordered
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Defend: Heb. Judge
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.
A Psalm of David. Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight: strength: Heb. rock to war: Heb. to the war, etc
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. Here: Heb. behold me
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. for: or, of
If ye love me, keep my commandments.
A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

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