17 For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God? 18 And, “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?” 19 So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
1 Peter 4:17–19
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1 Peter 3:16–18
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1 Peter 2:19–21
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2 Peter 2:8–10
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1 Peter 1:16–18
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1 Peter 4:11–13
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1 Peter 4:4–6
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Hebrews 12:6–8
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1 Peter 3:11–13
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