Law enforcement officers play a vital role in maintaining peace and justice. The Bible reminds us to honor those who serve and to seek God’s wisdom in leadership. Today, let’s explore verses that encourage prayer and respect for those in authority.
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Romans 13:1 – Authority is established by God
“Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” – Romans 13:1
Proverbs 21:15 – Justice brings joy to the righteous
“When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.” – Proverbs 21:15
1 Peter 2:13-14 – Submit to rulers for the Lord’s sake
“Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority, or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right.” – 1 Peter 2:13-14
Psalm 82:3 – Defend the weak and fatherless
“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.” – Psalm 82:3
Ecclesiastes 3:17 – God will bring justice
“I said to myself, ‘God will bring into judgment both the righteous and the wicked, for there will be a time for every activity, a time to judge every deed.'” – Ecclesiastes 3:17
Isaiah 1:17 – Seek justice and correct oppression
“Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” – Isaiah 1:17
Micah 6:8 – Act justly, love mercy, walk humbly
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8
Proverbs 29:2 – Righteousness leads to a prosperous society
“When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.” – Proverbs 29:2
Romans 13:4 – Authorities are God’s servants
“For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer.” – Romans 13:4
Psalm 11:5 – The Lord tests the righteous
“The Lord examines the righteous, but the wicked, those who love violence, he hates.” – Psalm 11:5
Proverbs 16:12 – Kings detest wrongdoing
“Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.” – Proverbs 16:12
Jeremiah 22:3 – Do what is just and right
“This is what the Lord says: ‘Do what is just and right. Rescue from the hand of the oppressor the one who has been robbed. Do not oppress or exploit the foreigner, the fatherless or the widow. Do not shed innocent blood in this place.'” – Jeremiah 22:3
1 Timothy 2:1-2 – Pray for those in authority
“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” – 1 Timothy 2:1-2
Deuteronomy 16:20 – Follow justice and justice alone
“Follow justice and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the Lord your God is giving you.” – Deuteronomy 16:20
Galatians 6:9 – Do not grow weary in doing good
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Psalm 37:27-28 – The Lord loves justice
“Turn from evil and do good; then you will dwell in the land forever. For the Lord loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones.” – Psalm 37:27-28
Proverbs 24:24-25 – Correcting those who do wrong
“Whoever says to the guilty, ‘You are innocent,’ will be cursed by peoples and denounced by nations. But it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come on them.” – Proverbs 24:24-25
Isaiah 61:8 – The Lord loves justice
“For I, the Lord, love justice; I hate robbery and wrongdoing. In my faithfulness I will reward my people and make an everlasting covenant with them.” – Isaiah 61:8
Luke 10:7 – The worker deserves his wages
“Stay there, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to house.” – Luke 10:7
Proverbs 28:5 – Justice and discernment for the righteous
“Evil doers do not understand what is right, but those who seek the Lord understand it fully.” – Proverbs 28:5
Hebrews 12:14 – Strive for peace and holiness
“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness, no one will see the Lord.” – Hebrews 12:14
Proverbs 14:34 – Righteousness exalts a nation
“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.” – Proverbs 14:34
James 1:20 – Human anger does not produce righteousness
“Because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” – James 1:20
Isaiah 10:1-2 – Woe to those who make unjust laws
“Woe to those who make unjust laws, to those who issue oppressive decrees, to deprive the poor of their rights and withhold justice from the oppressed of my people.” – Isaiah 10:1-2
Matthew 5:9 – Blessed are the peacemakers
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
Amos 5:24 – Let justice roll on like a river
“But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” – Amos 5:24
Psalms 40:1 – Waiting patiently for the Lord
“I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry.” – Psalms 40:1
Colossians 3:25 – Wrongdoers will be repaid
“Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favoritism.” – Colossians 3:25
Jeremiah 9:24 – Understanding and knowing God
“But let the one who boasts boast about this: that they have the understanding to know me, that I am the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,” declares the Lord.” – Jeremiah 9:24