1 Peter 2:15-17

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¹⁵For so is the will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men:

¹⁶As free, and not using your liberty for a cloke of maliciousness, but as the servants of God.

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

1 Peter 2:15-17

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¹⁵For it is God’s will^(A) that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish people.^(B) ¹⁶Live as free people,^(C) but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil;^(D) live as God’s slaves.^(E) ¹⁷Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers,^(F) fear God, honor the emperor.^(G)

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