Therefore one must be subject, not only because of wrath but also because of conscience.
Who is like the wise man? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? Being wise makes one’s face shine, but arrogance changes one’s face.
Keep the king’s command, and because of your sacred oath
Therefore I do my best always to have a clear conscience toward God and all people.
For the same reason you also pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s agents, busy with this very thing.
Pray for us; we are sure that we have a good conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things.
For it is a commendable thing if, being aware of God, a person endures pain while suffering unjustly.
yet do it with gentleness and respect. Maintain a good conscience so that, when you are maligned, those who abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame.