7 Bible Verses about Human Authority, Instituted By God

LET every soul be subject to the superior powers: for there is no power but from God; the existing powers are appointed by God. Wherefore he that sets himself against authority, resists the ordinance of God: and they who resist shall receive to themselves condemnation.

Jesus answered, Thou wouldest have had no authority over me, unless it had been given thee from above: for this reason, he that hath delivered me up to thee hath the greater crime.

Be subject therefore to every human constitution for the Lord's sake; whether to a king as the supreme magistrate;

for he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou doest that which is evil, tremble! for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, an avenger to inflict wrath on him that practises what is evil.

For on this account pay ye taxes also: for they are God's ministers, continually employed on this very service.

for kings, and all that are in a state of eminence, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and seriousness.

or to governors, as sent by him for the punishment of wicked doers, but the praise of those who do well.