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1 Peter 2:15-17
Contemporary English Version
1 Peter 2:15-17
Contemporary English Version
15 God wants you to silence stupid and ignorant people by doing right. 16 You are free, but still you are God's servants, and you must not use your freedom as an excuse for doing wrong. 17 Respect everyone and show special love for God's people. Honor God and respect the Emperor.
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1 Peter 2:15-17
New International Version
1 Peter 2:15-17
New International Version
15 For it is God’s will(A) that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish people.(B) 16 Live as free people,(C) but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil;(D) live as God’s slaves.(E) 17 Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers,(F) fear God, honor the emperor.(G)
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