Romans 8:7; Romans 8:20; Romans 10:3; Romans 13:1; Romans 13:5

Romans 8:7

7 The mind governed by the flesh is hostile to God; it does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so.

Romans 8:20

20 For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope

Romans 10:3

3 Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness.

Romans 13:1

1 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 13:5

5 Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.