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1 Peter 2:20

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For what glory is it, if, when ye sin, and are buffeted for it, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye shall take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.

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1 Peter 2:20 in other translations

For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God.

1 Peter 2:20 · World English Bible

1 Peter 2:20 in context

  1. 18Servants, be in subjection to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward.
  2. 19For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.
  3. 20For what glory is it, if, when ye sin, and are buffeted for it, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye shall take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.
  4. 21For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps:
  5. 22who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: