1 Peter 2:13

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Be willing to serve the people who have authority in this world. Do this for the Lord. Obey the king, the highest authority.

Cross References

Titus 3:1

Remind your people that they should always be under the authority of rulers and government leaders. They should obey these leaders and be ready to do good.

Luke 20:25

He said to them, “Then give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.”

Proverbs 24:21

Son, respect the Lord and the king, and don’t join with those who are against them,

Jeremiah 29:7

Also, do good things for the city I sent you to. Pray to the Lord for the city you are living in, because if there is peace in that city, you will have peace also.”

Mark 12:17

Then Jesus said to them, “Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.” The men were amazed at what Jesus said.

Matthew 22:21

They answered, “It is Caesar’s picture and Caesar’s name.” Then Jesus said to them, “Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.”

2 Peter 2:10

That punishment is for those who are always doing the evil that their sinful selves want to do. It is for those who hate the Lord’s authority. These false teachers do whatever they want, and they are so proud of themselves. They are not afraid even to say bad things against the glorious ones.

Ephesians 5:21

Be willing to serve each other out of respect for Christ.

Proverbs 17:11

Those who are evil only want to cause trouble. In the end, punishment without mercy will be sent to them.

1 Peter 2:17

Show respect for all people. Love your brothers and sisters in God’s family. Respect God, and honor the king.