This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s
servants, who give their full time to governing. Give to everyone
what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if
respect, then respect; if honor, then honor. Romans 13:6-7
When Paul wrote these words, the
taxes were going to the Roman government who used the funds for public roadways,
centurion security, government officials, but also there was Christian
persecution, crucifixions and all kinds of debauchery on the highest leadership
levels (orgies, etc.). Still Paul said
to pay taxes even if it was used corruptly.
Same is true today. It’s not our responsibility to determine
where the taxes go. We must be good
citizens and not draw attention to our faith because of our rebelliousness. We can debate and see change in the issues,
but paying our taxes along the way.