1 Peter 3:13-17

International Standard Version

¹³ Who will harm you if you are devoted to doing what is good? ¹⁴ But even if you should suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. “Never be afraid of their threats, and never get upset. ¹⁵ Instead, exalt^[a] the Messiah”^[b] as Lord in your lives.^[c] Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you to explain the hope you have. ¹⁶ But do this^[d] gently and respectfully, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak evil of your good conduct in the Messiah^[e] will be ashamed of slandering you. ¹⁷ After all, if it is the will of God, it is better to suffer for doing right than for doing wrong.