TSK · Jeremiah 29:7

so that they may be offering incense to the God of heaven and may be praying for the good fortune of the king and his family.

Daniel Interprets Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream Then Daniel(whose name is also Belteshazzar) was upset for a brief time; his thoughts were alarming him. The king said,“Belteshazzar, don’t let the dream and its interpretation alarm you.” But Belteshazzar replied,“Sir, if only the dream were for your enemies and its interpretation applied to your adversaries!

Consequently the supervisors and satraps were trying to find some pretext against Daniel in connection with administrative matters. But they were unable to find any such damaging evidence, because he was trustworthy and guilty of no negligence or corruption.

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

Submission to Authorities Be subject to every human institution for the Lord’s sake, whether to a king as supreme