1 Peter 4:12–19 · BSB
4:12
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you.
4:13
But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.
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4:14
If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
4:15
Indeed, none of you should suffer as a murderer or thief or wrongdoer, or even as a meddler.
4:16
But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear that name.
4:17
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 disobey the gospel of God?
4:18
And, “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”
4:19
So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
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