Romans 13:2
Therefore the man who rebels against his ruler is resisting God's will; and those who thus resist will bring punishment upon themselves.
Matthew 23:13
"But alas for you, Scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, for you lock the door of the Kingdom of the Heavens against men; you yourselves do not enter, nor do you allow those to enter who are seeking to do so.
Mark 12:40
and who swallow up the property of widows and then mask their wickedness by making long prayers: these men will receive far heavier punishment."
Luke 20:47
who swallow up the property of widows and mask their wickedness by making long prayers. They will be punished far more severely than others."
Romans 13:5
We must obey therefore, not only in order to escape punishment, but also for conscience' sake.
Titus 3:1
Remind people that they must submit to the rulers who are in authority over them; that they must obey the magistrates, be prepared for every right action,
James 3:1
Do not be eager, my brethren, for many among you to become teachers; for you know that we teachers shall undergo severer judgement.
1 Peter 2:13
Submit, for the Lord's sake, to every authority set up by man, whether it be to the Emperor as supreme ruler,