Therefore one must be subject, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.
Who is like the wise man? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man's wisdom makes his face shine, and the hardness of his countenance is changed.
Keep the king's command, and because of your sacred oath be not dismayed;
So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward God and toward men.
For the same reason you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing.
Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things.
For one is approved if, mindful of God, he endures pain while suffering unjustly.
and keep your conscience clear, so that, when you are abused, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.