What does the Bible say about submission to authority?

The Apostle Peter encourages believers to submit to every human institution as a reflection of their honor to God. This submission is not based solely on fear of punishment but stems from a conscience that desires to obey God's will. We are reminded that there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by Him (Romans 13:1). By submitting to earthly authorities, we demonstrate our faith in God's sovereignty and witness to the world, effectively quelching the ignorance of foolish people through our good behavior (1 Peter 2:15).