For the creation was subjected to futility – not willingly but because of God ¹  who subjected it – in hope

Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of the wrath of the authorities ¹  but also because of your conscience. ² 

because the outlook of the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to the law of God, nor is it able to do so.

For ignoring the righteousness that comes from God, and seeking instead to establish their own righteousness, they did not submit to God’s righteousness.

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except by God’s appointment, ¹  and the authorities that exist have been instituted by God.