"Even a cursory reading of the Bible would tell you it never says slavery is a natural condition. Never. Indeed, the message of the Holy Book is freedom. ..."
Ephesians 6:5 ?
Parallel Verses
New International Version
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ.
New Living Translation
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ.
English Standard Version
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ,
New American Standard Bible
Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ;
King James Bible
Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ;
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Slaves, obey your human masters with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ.
International Standard Version
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with fear, trembling, and sincerity, as when you obey the Messiah.
more here:
http://biblehub.com/ephesians/6-5.htm
Thanks to Quackie1
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