1 First of all, I encourage you to make petitions, prayers, intercessions, and prayers of thanks for all people, 2 for rulers, and for everyone who has authority over us. Pray for these people so that we can have a quiet and peaceful life always lived in a godly and reverent way 1 Tim 2:1-2 (GW)
5 Paul answered, “Brothers, I didn't know that he is the chief priest. After all, Scripture says, ‘Don't speak evil about a ruler of your people.'�?
Acts 23:5 (GW)
17 Honor everyone. Love your brothers and sisters in the faith. Fear God. Honor the emperor.
1 Peter 2:17 (GW)