1 Peter 2:20

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But if a person is punished for doing wrong and they take it patiently, they don’t deserve any special praise. But if you do suffer for doing good and you put up with it, God will praise you for that.

Cross References

1 Peter 2:19

If a person is punished unfairly and they take it patiently because they want to obey God, they deserve to be praised for that.

1 Peter 3:17

If it’s God’s will for you to suffer for doing good, that’s better than suffering for doing wrong.

1 Peter 3:14

But if you suffer for doing what’s right, even then you’ll be blessed. Scripture says, “Don’t fear their threats and don’t be afraid.”

Luke 6:32

“Suppose you love those who love you. Should anyone praise you for that? Even sinners love those who love them.

Matthew 5:47

If you say hello only to your friends, what more are you doing than others? Even people who don’t believe in God do that.

1 Corinthians 4:11

We’re still hungry and thirsty, dressed in rags, homeless, and treated badly.

Mark 14:65

Then some began to spit on him. They blindfolded him, hit him with their fists, and said, “Prophesy!” Then the guards took him and beat him.

Matthew 26:67

Then they spit in his face and hit him with their fists. Others slapped him

Philippians 4:18

I’ve already received my full pay, and I have more than enough. I have everything I need, now that Epaphroditus has brought me the gifts you sent. They’re a sweet-smelling offering, a sacrifice that God accepts and that makes him happy.

Ephesians 5:10

So find out what pleases the Lord,

Galatians 4:18

It’s fine to be eager to do something when it’s for a good purpose. In fact, you should be eager all the time, and not just when I’m with you.