Romans 13:5

English Standard Version 2016

Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God’s wrath but also for the sake of conscience.

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For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly.

So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.

I say: Keep the king’s command, because of God’s oath to him.

having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.

Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things.

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

For because of this you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing.