1 Peter 3:14-17 (New International Version)

¹⁴But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear^[a]; do not be frightened."^{[b] 15}But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, ¹⁶keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. ¹⁷It is better, if it is God's will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.