Titus 1:1-3:15; 1 Peter 1:1-2:12

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)

This teaching is difficult. Although I submit to human authority often, I question human authority, too. "Why is the speed limit 35 miles per hour on this stretch of road? It could be raised safely to 45 miles per hour."  

Peter has even more justification for questioning authority than I. The Roman Empire had enslaved as much as 75% of its population; and that appears to be a gross misuse of power. The Roman Empire's authorities went along with the illegal arrest, unjust trial, and cruel execution of Jesus, too.

That he witnessed Jesus' passion and death underscores Peter's commitment to humble submission. Jesus submitted. Why shouldn't Peter?

Why shouldn't I?