Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
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.
He is
Revenger
General references
Bible References
He is
Romans 13:6
This, too, is the reason for your paying taxes; for the officials are God's officers, devoting themselves to this special work.
Revenger
Romans 12:19
Never avenge yourselves, dear friends, but make way for the Wrath of God; for Scripture declares--'"It is for me to avenge, I will requite," says the Lord.'
General references
Acts 18:16
Saying this, he drove them back from the Bench.