¹⁶ Live as free people,^(A) but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil;^(B) live as God’s slaves.^{(C) 17} Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers,^(D) fear God, honor the emperor.^(E)

¹⁸ Slaves, in reverent fear of God submit yourselves to your masters,^(F) not only to those who are good and considerate,^(G) but also to those who are harsh.