Romans 13:5

A Conservative Version

Therefore there is a need to be subordinate, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience.

Cross References

1 Peter 2:19

For this is graciousness, if, because of consciousness of God, any man endures sorrows, suffering wrongfully.

Acts 24:16

And in this I fashion myself, having a conscience always nonstumbling before God and men.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

I [say], Keep the king's command, and that because of the oath of God.

1 Peter 3:16

Having a good conscience, so that, in what they speak against you as of evil-doers, they may be ashamed, those who revile your good behavior in Christ.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray about us, for we trust that we have a good conscience, desiring to behave well in all things.

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is as the wise man? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man's wisdom makes his face to shine, and the hardness of his face is changed.

Romans 13:6

For because of this ye also fulfill taxes, for they are servants of God being devoted to this same thing.