Romans 13:5

The English Standar Version

Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is like the wise? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man's wisdom makes his face shine, and the hardness of his face is changed.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

I say:[1] Keep the king's command, because of God's oath to him.[2]

Acts 24:16

So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.

Romans 13:6

For the same reason you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things.

1 Peter 2:19

For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly.

1 Peter 3:16

yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.