7. In the same way, you husbands should live with your wives in an understanding way, since they are weaker than you. But show them respect, because God gives them the same blessing he gives you—the grace that gives true life. Do this so that nothing will stop your prayers.
8. Finally, all of you should be in agreement, understanding each other, loving each other as family, being kind and humble.
9. Do not do wrong to repay a wrong, and do not insult to repay an insult. But repay with a blessing, because you yourselves were called to do this so that you might receive a blessing.
10. The Scripture says,“A person must do these thingsto enjoy life and have many happy days.He must not say evil things,and he must not tell lies.
11. He must stop doing evil and do good.He must look for peace and work for it.
12. The Lord sees the good peopleand listens to their prayers.But the Lord is againstthose who do evil.”
13. If you are trying hard to do good, no one can really hurt you.
14. But even if you suffer for doing right, you are blessed.“Don’t be afraid of what they fear;do not dread those things.”
15. But respect Christ as the holy Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to answer everyone who asks you to explain about the hope you have,
16. but answer in a gentle way and with respect. Keep a clear conscience so that those who speak evil of your good life in Christ will be made ashamed.