7 Bible Verses about Human Authority, Instituted By God

Let every soul be subject to the superior powers. For there is no power except from God, and the [powers] which exist have been ordained by God. So that he who resists the power resists the ordinance of God; and those who resist shall receive judgment on themselves.

Jesus answered, You would have had no power against me if it had not been given you from above; therefore he that delivered me to you has a greater sin.

Be subject therefore to every human government, for the Lord's sake, whether to the king, as superior,

for [the power] is God's minister to you for good. But if you do evil, fear; for it bears not the sword in vain; for it is God's minister of justice for punishment to him that does evil.

For on this account also you pay taxes; for [magistrates] are servants of God attending constantly to this same thing.

for kings and all in authority, that we may lead quiet and peaceful lives in all piety and sanctity.

to governors, sent by him for the punishment of evil doers and the praise of those who do well;