^{14 Ref} But you are happy if you undergo pain because of righteousness; have no part in their fear and do not be troubled;

^{15 Ref} But give honour to Christ in your hearts as your Lord; and be ready at any time when you are questioned about the hope which is in you, to give an answer in the fear of the Lord and without pride;

^{16 Ref} Being conscious that you have done no wrong; so that those who say evil things about your good way of life as Christians may be put to shame.

^{17 Ref} Because if it is God's purpose for you to undergo pain, it is better to do so for well-doing than for evil-doing.

^{18 Ref} Because Christ once went through pain for sins, the upright one taking the place of sinners, so that through him we might come back to God; being put to death in the flesh, but given life in the Spirit;