1 Peter 3:13-17

13Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good?

14But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. Do not be afraid or worry about their threats.

15Instead sanctify Messiah as Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you,

16yet with humility and reverence—keeping a clear conscience so that, whatever you are accused of, those who abuse you for your good conduct in Messiah may be put to shame.

17For it is better to suffer for doing good (if it is God’s will) than for doing evil.