Romans 13:3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same. 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he bears not the sword in vain. for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that do evil.
[Last Day Events pp 138] Those who compose our churches have traits of character that will lead them, if they are not very careful, to feel indignant, because, on account of misrepresentation, their liberty in regard to working on Sunday is taken away. Do not fly into a passion over this matter but take everything in prayer to God. Walk not rashly.
Let none boast unwisely of their liberty, using it for a cloak of maliciousness, but as the servants of God, “Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.” This advice is to be of real value to all who are to be brought into straitened places. Nothing that shows defiance, or could be interpreted as maliciousness must be shown.
[Last Day Events pp 139] Refraining from work on Sunday is not receiving the mark of the beast.... In places where the opposition is so strong as to arouse persecution, if work is done on Sunday, let our brethren make that day an occasion to do genuine missionary work. If they should come here and say “You must close up your work and your presses on Sunday,” I would not say to you, ... “Keep your presses going,” because the conflict does not come between you and your God.
Romans 13:5 Wherefore you must needs be subject not only for wrath, but also for conscience’ sake. 7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!