9 Bible Verses about Honouring Rulers

Elders who handle their duties well should be considered worthy of double compensation, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

Continue to follow and be submissive to your leaders, since they are watching over your souls as those who will have to give a word of explanation. By doing this, you will be letting them carry out their duties joyfully, and not with grief, for that would be harmful for you.

"You are not to blaspheme God or curse a ruler of your people.

He told his men, "God forbid that I should do this thing to your majesty, the LORD's anointed, by stretching out my hand against him, since he's the LORD's anointed."

Do not curse the king, even in your thoughts. Do not curse the rich, even in your bedroom. For a bird will fly by and tell what you say, or something with wings may talk about it.

Paul answered, "I didn't realize, brothers, that he is the high priest. After all, it is written, "You must not speak evil about a ruler of your people.'"

Every person must be subject to the governing authorities, for no authority exists except by God's permission. The existing authorities have been established by God,

Honor everyone. Keep on loving the community of believers, fearing God, and honoring the king.

In a similar way, these dreamers also defile their flesh, reject the Lord's authority, and slander his glorious beings.