1 Peter 2:20-22
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
20 For what-kind-of credit[a] is it if while sinning and being beaten, you will endure? But if while doing-good and suffering you will endure, this finds favor with God. 21 For you were called to this[b]. Because Christ also suffered for you, leaving-behind a pattern for you in order that you might follow-after His footsteps—
Christ Suffered Unjustly, Entrusting Himself To God
22 ... Who “did not commit sin, nor was deceit found in His mouth” [Isa 53:9];
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- 1 Peter 2:20 Or, fame, glory.
- 1 Peter 2:21 That is, to bear up under unjust suffering for Christ.
1 Peter 2:20-22
New International Version
20 But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.(A) 21 To this(B) you were called,(C) because Christ suffered for you,(D) leaving you an example,(E) that you should follow in his steps.
Footnotes
- 1 Peter 2:22 Isaiah 53:9
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