1 Peter 3:17

First Nations Version

For if it is what the Great Spirit wants, it is better to suffer for doing good than for doing wrong.

Cross References

1 Peter 3:14

But even if you should suffer for doing what is right, remember that Creator’s blessing rests on you. So do not fear what they can do to you or be troubled by their threats.

1 Peter 4:19

So the ones who suffer for doing what is right, as the Great Spirit wants them to, should fully trust our faithful Creator with their lives and continue to do good.

Matthew 26:39

He went a little ways from them, dropped his face to the ground, and prayed. “O Great Father,” he cried out, “is there a way to take this cup of bitter suffering away from me? But I want only your way, not mine.”

1 Peter 2:20

There is no honor in suffering for wrongs you have done. But if you suffer with patience for doing what is right, then Creator will look on you with great kindness.

Acts 21:14

Nothing we could say would change his mind. “Let Creator’s will be done,” we said and then remained silent.

Matthew 26:42

Once again he went from them and prayed, “My Father, if this is the only way, then, as you desire, I will drink deeply of this bitter cup.” The night was silent and cold as Creator Sets Free (Jesus) trembled and prayed. The powers of darkness were pressing in hard. After a while he returned to the three followers, who were supposed to be praying.

1 Peter 4:15

Make sure no one among you suffers as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or a troublemaker.

1 Peter 2:15

Creator wants you to walk in his right ways so that the ignorant and foolish will have nothing to say against you.

Acts 18:21

“If Creator permits it,” he told them, “I will return.” He then set out from the village by water.

1 Peter 1:6

You dance for joy now because you know that day is coming, even though for a short time you may have to walk a trail of tears because of the many kinds of troubles you are facing.