Romans 13:5
Therefore one must be subject [to civil authorities], not only to escape the punishment [that comes with wrongdoing], but also as a matter of principle [knowing what is right before God].
Ecclesiastes 8:2
I counsel you to keep the command of the king because of the oath before God [by which you swore loyalty to him].
1 Peter 2:19
For this finds favor, if a person endures the sorrow of suffering unjustly because of an
1 Samuel 24:5-6
Afterward, David’s
Acts 24:16
In view of this, I also do my best and strive always to have a clear conscience before God and before men.
Titus 3:1-2
Remind people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready and willing to do good,
Hebrews 13:18
Keep praying for us, for we are convinced that we have a good conscience, seeking to conduct ourselves honorably [that is, with moral courage and personal integrity] in all things.
1 Peter 2:13-15
Submit yourselves to [the authority of] every human institution for the sake of the Lord [to honor His name], whether it is to a king as one in a position of power,
1 Peter 3:16
And see to it that your conscience is entirely clear, so that every time you are slandered or falsely accused, those who attack or disparage your good behavior in Christ will be shamed [by their own words].