World English Bible

1 Peter 2:17-21 World English Bible (WEB)

17. Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.

18. Servants, be in subjection to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the wicked.

19. For it is commendable if someone endures pain, suffering unjustly, because of conscience toward God.

20. For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God.

21. For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps,