1 Peter 2:13

New Century Version

For the Lord’s sake, yield to the people who have authority in this world: the king, who is the highest authority,

Cross References

Proverbs 17:11

Disobedient people look only for trouble, so a cruel messenger will be sent against them.

Proverbs 24:21

My child, respect the Lord and the king. Don’t join those people who refuse to obey them.

Jeremiah 29:7

Also do good things for the city where I sent you as captives. Pray to the Lord for the city where you are living, because if good things happen in the city, good things will happen to you also.”

Matthew 22:21

The men answered, “Caesar’s.” Then Jesus said to them, “Give to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and give to God the things that are God’s.”

Mark 12:17

Then Jesus said to them, “Give to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and give to God the things that are God’s.” The men were amazed at what Jesus said.

Luke 20:25

Jesus said to them, “Then give to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and give to God the things that are God’s.”

Ephesians 5:21

Yield to obey each other as you would to Christ.

Titus 3:1

Remind the believers to yield to the authority of rulers and government leaders, to obey them, to be ready to do good,

1 Peter 2:17

Show respect for all people: Love the brothers and sisters of God’s family, respect God, honor the king.

2 Peter 2:10

That punishment is especially for those who live by doing the evil things their sinful selves want and who hate authority. These false teachers are bold and do anything they want. They are not afraid to speak against the angels.