In fact, this code fits nicely with Boy Scout Law number 6. For it is God's will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. For some of us, that one word in there is despised. Let's look this morning at what our earthly code of living is with regards to those around us, especially those who are in positions of authority. Actually there are two words we don't like to hear in verse 13.
Authority is one and submit is the other.
To submit is to be weak, and authority is oppressive and unjust. But, look at what Peter's command is here. It means to obey a higher authority. Look at what Peter says. Basically we are to submit to every single authority or authority system created by man.