Above the standard
I have been raised with this verse....
2Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
As Christians we need to be like Christ. I see 3 types of people the ones that stand out in the negative, the ones that don't stand out (and who don't affect their surroundings) and the ones that excel in the positive.
In the book "A Mothers Heart" by Jean Fleming the author shares that as Christians we need to be especially good at forgiving. Espeically good not just good.
Romans 13:5 The verse I was trying to find!!!
Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also because of conscience.
So what does this look like for us? My encouragement to you is to excel in the positive. You will stand out and it may not be the place you want to be. But you will be at peace, you will have confidence with the Holy Spirit directing you, and you will never, ever be bored. Freaked maybe but never bored.
Love you!