1 Peter 2:13

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The Lord wants you to obey all human authorities, especially the Emperor, who rules over everyone.

Cross References

Proverbs 17:11

Cruel people want to rebel, and so vicious attackers will be sent against them.

Proverbs 24:21

My children, you must respect the LORD and the king, and you must not make friends with anyone who rebels against either of them.

Jeremiah 29:7

Pray for peace in Babylonia and work hard to make it prosperous. The more successful that nation is, the better off you will be.

Matthew 22:21

“The Emperor's,” they answered. Then Jesus told them, “Give the Emperor what belongs to him and give God what belongs to God.”

Mark 12:17

Then Jesus told them, “Give the Emperor what belongs to him and give God what belongs to God.” The men were amazed at Jesus.

Luke 20:25

Then he told them, “Give the Emperor what belongs to him and give God what belongs to God.”

Ephesians 5:21

Honour Christ and put others first.

Titus 3:1

Remind your people to obey the rulers and authorities and not to be rebellious. They must always be ready to do something helpful

1 Peter 2:17

Respect everyone and show special love for God's people. Honour God and respect the Emperor.

2 Peter 2:10

The Lord is especially hard on people who disobey him and don't think of anything except their own filthy desires. They are reckless and proud and are not afraid of cursing the glorious beings in heaven.