Heb 13:17 | MHM | STEP | v. 17 : Christians are told, “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you” (Hebrews 13:17 ). Believers should respect and follow their church leaders, who care for their spiritual well-being and must answer to God for their work.

‏ Hebrews 13:17

v. 17: Christians are told, “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you” (Hebrews 13:17 ^a). Believers should respect and follow their church leaders, who care for their spiritual well-being and must answer to God for their work.