[13] But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.

[14] If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.

[15] If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler.

[16] However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.

[17] For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God?

[18] And, “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”

[19] So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.

1 Peter 5

[1] To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder, a witness of Christ’s sufferings and one who also will share in the glory to be revealed:

[2] Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve;

[3] not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.

[4] And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

[5] Young men, in the same way be submissive to those who are older. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”

[6] Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.

[7] Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

[8] Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.

[9] Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings.

[10] And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

[11] To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.

[12] With the help of Silas, whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it.

[13] She who is in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you her greetings, and so does my son Mark.

[14] Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

[2] As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God.

[3] For you have spent enough time in the past doing what pagans choose to do—living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing and detestable idolatry.

[4] They think it strange that you do not plunge with them into the same flood of dissipation, and they heap abuse on you.

[5] But they will have to give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.

[6] For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead, so that they might be judged according to men in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.

[7] The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray.

[8] Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.

[9] Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.

[10] Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.

[11] If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.

[14]  or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right.

[15]  For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men.

[16]  Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.

[17]  Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.

[18]  Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh.

[19]  For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God.

[20]  But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.

[21]  To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.

[22]  “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.”

[23]  When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly.

[24]  He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.

[25]  For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

1 Peter 3

[3:1]  Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives,

[2]  when they see the purity and reverence of your lives.

[3]  Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes.

[4]  Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.

[5]  For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to make themselves beautiful. They were submissive to their own husbands,

[6]  like Sarah, who obeyed Abraham and called him her master. You are her daughters if you do what is right and do not give way to fear.

[7]  Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.