Romans 13:5

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

So you must obey the government, not just because you might be punished, but because you know it is the right thing to do.

Cross References

1 Peter 2:19

One of you might have to suffer even when you have done nothing wrong. If you think of God and bear the pain, this pleases God.

Acts 24:16

This is why I always try to do what I believe is right before God and before everyone.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

I say you should always obey the king’s command. Do this because you made a promise to God.

1 Peter 3:16

But answer them in a gentle way with respect. Keep your conscience clear. Then people will see the good way you live as followers of Christ, and those who say bad things about you will be ashamed of what they said.

Hebrews 13:18

Continue praying for us. We feel right about what we do, because we always try to do what is best.

Ecclesiastes 8:1

No one can understand and explain things the way wise people can. Their wisdom makes them happy. It changes a sad face into a happy one.

Romans 13:6

And this is why you pay taxes too. Those rulers are working for God, and they give all their time to the work of ruling.