They were to be obeyed because the sat in Moses seat.

Source: Matthew 23:2

How does Jesus relate to our earthly authorities and powers?

Jesus is raised above all earthly and heavenly authorities and powers.

Source: Ephesians 1:20-23

What did Peter say about the government making us suffer for doing well?

Peter said God would find favor in our suffering for doing good.

Source: 1^st Peter 2:20

What did Paul tell people to do so that they would not be in fear of the goverement?

We should do good works so that the authorities will be pleased with us.

Source: Romans 13:3-4

In the Epistle to Timothy Paul asked that something be done for all those in authority. What did he ask them to do?

Paul asked that prayer be made for all those in authority so that we could live quiet peaceable lives.

Source: 1^st Timothy 2:1-3

What did John the Baptist tell the soldiers to do when hen asked him how to behave?