For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God.
      (1.) For the Lord's sake, who had ordained magistracy for the good of mankind, who has required obedience and submission (Romans 13:1-14), and whose honour is concerned in the dutiful behavior of subjects to their sovereigns.