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19 For this finds favor— if for the sake of a consciousness[a] of God one bears-up[b] while suffering sorrows unjustly. 20 For what-kind-of credit[c] 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[d]. Because Christ also suffered for you, leaving-behind a pattern for you in order that you might follow-after His footsteps—

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Peter 2:19 Or, conscience toward God.
  2. 1 Peter 2:19 Or, endures.
  3. 1 Peter 2:20 Or, fame, glory.
  4. 1 Peter 2:21 That is, to bear up under unjust suffering for Christ.

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