1 Peter 2:13-17

1 Peter 2:13-17

[13] Submit yourselves  to every  ordinance  of man  for  the Lord's sake:  whether it be  to the king,  as  supreme;  [14] Or  unto governors,  as  unto them that are sent  by  him  for  the punishment  of evildoers,  and  for the praise  of them that do well.  [15] For  so  the will  of God,  that with well doing  ye may put to silence  the ignorance  of foolish  men:  [16] As  free,  and  not  using  your liberty  for  a cloke  of maliciousness,  but  as  the servants  of God.  [17] Honour  all  men. Love  the brotherhood.  Fear  God.  Honour  the king. 

What does 1 Peter 2:13-17 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Peter continued to give directions concerning how the Christian should conduct himself or herself when dealing with the state since his readers faced suffering from this source.