1 Peter 2:17-19

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised

¹⁷ Honour everyone. Love the family of believers.^[a] Fear God. Honour the emperor.

The Example of Christ’s Suffering

¹⁸ Slaves, accept the authority of your masters with all deference, not only those who are kind and gentle but also those who are harsh. ¹⁹ For it is to your credit if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly.