Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. — Romans 13:1
Therefore subject yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether to the king, as supreme; — 1 Peter 2:13
By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. — Proverbs 8:15
for he is a servant of God to you for good. But if you do that which is evil, be afraid, for he doesn’t bear the sword in vain; for he is a servant of God, an avenger for wrath to him who does evil. — Romans 13:4
or to governors, as sent by him for vengeance on evildoers and for praise to those who do well. — 1 Peter 2:14
They said to him, “Caesar’s.” Then he said to them, “Give therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” — Matthew 22:21
Jesus answered, “My Kingdom is not of this world. If my Kingdom were of this world, then my servants would fight, that I wouldn’t be delivered to the Jews. But now my Kingdom is not from here.” — John 18:36
But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men. — Acts 5:29
But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men. — Acts 5:29
But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image which you have set up.” — Daniel 3:18