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NASB | Romans 13:1 Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 13:1 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God [granted by His permission and sanction], and those which exist have been put in place by God. [Prov 8:15] |
Subject: Tithing, Giving, Itemizing |
Bible Note: Cheri, Hopefully, the giving has nothing to do with what one might get back at the end of the year. We (in the US) are required by law to pay taxes. Scripture directs us to pay them (Romans 13:7). The way our tax is structured, you are allowed by law to take certain deductions. If you claim the deductions, and qualify, you get a portion of that back. So, you are abiding by the law of the land which we are told to do. It would seem to me the only way you could avoid the issue your concerned with, bound or unbound, is if you did not claim the deduction in the first place. The lawful deductions are benefits built into our tax system. Giving is a benefit as it is a blessing from God. Both are meant for your good. Enjoy them! :-) My opinion based on my limited knowledge! Steve |