Do not return evil for evil or insult for insult, but instead bless others because you were called to inherit a blessing.

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

and a stumbling-stone and a rock to trip over. They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do.

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,

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.

that is, into an inheritance imperishable, undefiled, and unfading. It is reserved in heaven for you,

but by precious blood like that of an unblemished and spotless lamb, namely Christ.

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

They will face a reckoning before Jesus Christ who stands ready to judge the living and the dead.

And do not lord it over those entrusted to you, but be examples to the flock.

The church in Babylon, chosen together with you, greets you, and so does Mark, my son.

Greet one another with a loving kiss. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

You know that from your empty way of life inherited from your ancestors you were ransomed – not by perishable things like silver or gold,

For to this you were called, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving an example for you to follow in his steps.

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.

For the eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous and his ears are open to their prayer. But the Lord’s face is against those who do evil.

Such trials show the proven character of your faith, which is much more valuable than gold – gold that is tested by fire, even though it is passing away – and will bring praise and glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.

Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as the weaker partners and show them honor as fellow heirs of the grace of life. In this way nothing will hinder your prayers.