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Leviticus 19:32
“ Stand up in the presence of the elderly, and show respect for the aged. Fear your God. I am the Lord.
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1 Peter 5 5
In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for“ God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”
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Romans 13:7
Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.
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Proverbs 16:31
Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life.
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Titus 3:1
Remind the believers to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.
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Romans 13:3-4
For the authorities do not strike fear in people who are doing right, but in those who are doing wrong. Would you like to live without fear of the authorities? Do what is right, and they will honor you.The authorities are God’s servants, sent for your good. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. They are God’s servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong.
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Proverbs 20:8
When a king sits in judgment, he weighs all the evidence, distinguishing the bad from the good.
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1 Peter 2 17
Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.
