Jude 1:8

New Living Translation

In the same way, these people—who claim authority from their dreams—live immoral lives, defy authority, and scoff at supernatural beings.

Cross References

Genesis 3:5

“God knows that your eyes will be opened as soon as you eat it, and you will be like God, knowing both good and evil.”

Exodus 22:28

“You must not dishonor God or curse any of your rulers.

Proverbs 30:11

Some people curse their father and do not thank their mother.

Proverbs 30:17

The eye that mocks a father and despises a mother’s instructions will be plucked out by ravens of the valley and eaten by vultures.

Ecclesiastes 10:20

Never make light of the king, even in your thoughts. And don’t make fun of the powerful, even in your own bedroom. For a little bird might deliver your message and tell them what you said.

Numbers 16:3

They united against Moses and Aaron and said, “You have gone too far! The whole community of Israel has been set apart by the Lord, and he is with all of us. What right do you have to act as though you are greater than the rest of the Lord’s people?”

Luke 11:25

So it returns and finds that its former home is all swept and in order.

Luke 12:11

“And when you are brought to trial in the synagogues and before rulers and authorities, don’t worry about how to defend yourself or what to say,

Luke 19:14

But his people hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We do not want him to be our king.’

Acts 23:5

“I’m sorry, brothers. I didn’t realize he was the high priest,” Paul replied, “for the Scriptures say, ‘You must not speak evil of any of your rulers.’”

Acts 7:27

“But the man in the wrong pushed Moses aside. ‘Who made you a ruler and judge over us?’ he asked.

Acts 7:39

“But our ancestors refused to listen to Moses. They rejected him and wanted to return to Egypt.

1 Corinthians 3:17

God will destroy anyone who destroys this temple. For God’s temple is holy, and you are that temple.

1 Thessalonians 4:8

Therefore, anyone who refuses to live by these rules is not disobeying human teaching but is rejecting God, who gives his Holy Spirit to you.

1 Timothy 1:10

The law is for people who are sexually immoral, or who practice homosexuality, or are slave traders, liars, promise breakers, or who do anything else that contradicts the wholesome teaching

Hebrews 13:17

Obey your spiritual leaders, and do what they say. Their work is to watch over your souls, and they are accountable to God. Give them reason to do this with joy and not with sorrow. That would certainly not be for your benefit.

1 Peter 2:17

Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.