¹⁵ I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.^(A)

²⁹ Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,^(A) for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.^(B)

⁶ Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did.^(A)

²¹ To this^(A) you were called,^(B) because Christ suffered for you,^(C) leaving you an example,^(D) that you should follow in his steps.

¹⁷ For it is better, if it is God’s will,^(A) to suffer for doing good^(B) than for doing evil. ¹⁸ For Christ also suffered once^(C) for sins,^(D) the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God.^(E) He was put to death in the body^(F) but made alive in the Spirit.^(G)

² and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us^(A) and gave himself up for us^(B) as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.^(C)

⁵ May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind^(A) toward each other that Christ Jesus had,