15. For God wants you to silence the ignorant talk of foolish people by the good things you do.
16. Live as free people; do not, however, use your freedom to cover up any evil, but live as God's slaves.
17. Respect everyone, love your fellow-believers, honour God, and respect the Emperor.
18. You servants must submit to your masters and show them complete respect, not only to those who are kind and considerate, but also to those who are harsh.
19. God will bless you for this, if you endure the pain of undeserved suffering because you are conscious of his will.