1 Peter 3:15-17

International Standard Version

¹⁵ Instead, exalt^[a] the Messiah”^[b] as Lord in your lives.^[c] Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you to explain the hope you have. ¹⁶ But do this^[d] gently and respectfully, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak evil of your good conduct in the Messiah^[e] will be ashamed of slandering you. ¹⁷ After all, if it is the will of God, it is better to suffer for doing right than for doing wrong.