The First Epistle of Peter was written by the apostle Peter from Rome between A.D. 64 and 67 to Christians who had fled Asia Minor. It admonishes the pilgrims to have hope and courage and to trust in the power of God.

1 Peter 2

2:14 Or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well.