And he must turn away from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.

But in fact, if you happen to suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. But do not be terrified of them or be shaken.

But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts and always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you possess.

So, since Christ suffered in the flesh, you also arm yourselves with the same attitude, because the one who has suffered in the flesh has finished with sin,

For the time that has passed was sufficient for you to do what the non-Christians desire. You lived then in debauchery, evil desires, drunkenness, carousing, drinking bouts, and wanton idolatries.

For the culmination of all things is near. So be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of prayer.

But rejoice in the degree that you have shared in the sufferings of Christ, so that when his glory is revealed you may also rejoice and be glad.

But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.

So as your fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings and as one who shares in the glory that will be revealed, I urge the elders among you:

by casting all your cares on him because he cares for you.