7 Bible Verses about Human Authority, Instituted By God

Let every one submit to the authorities that are over him; for there is no authority which is not from God: and the authorities which exist have been ordained by God. He therefore that setteth himself against the authority resisteth what God hath ordained; and they a who resist will bring upon themselves judgment.

Jesus answered, Thou wouldst have no power against me, unless it had been given thee from above; for this cause he that delivered me up to thee hath the greater sin.

Submit yourselves therefore to every human institution for the Lords sake; whether to the king, as supreme;

for the ruler is Gods servant to thee for good. But if thou doest evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain; for he is Gods servant, an avenger to inflict wrath upon him that doeth evil.

For the same reason pay tribute also; for they are ministers of God, attending continually to this very business.

for kings, and all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all godliness and propriety.

or to governors, as being sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and the praise of those who do well.