Romans 13:5

New International Reader's Version

You must obey the authorities. Then you will not be punished. You must also obey them because you know it is right.

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is like a wise person? Who knows how to explain things? A person’s wisdom makes their face bright. It softens the look on their face.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

I’m telling you to obey the king’s command. You promised to serve him. You made a promise to God.

Acts 24:16

So I always try not to do anything wrong in the eyes of God or in the eyes of people.

Romans 13:6

That’s also why you pay taxes. The authorities serve God. Ruling takes up all their time.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us. We feel sure we have done what is right. We desire to live as we should in every way.

1 Peter 2:19

Suppose a person suffers pain unfairly because they want to obey God. This is worthy of praise.

1 Peter 3:16

Live so that you don’t have to feel you’ve done anything wrong. Some people may say evil things about your good conduct as believers in Christ. If they do, they will be put to shame for speaking like this about you.