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16 but if as a christian, let him not be ashamed, but glorify God in this name.

17 For the time of having the judgment begin from the house of God [is come]; but if first from us, what [shall be] the end of those who obey not the glad tidings of God?

18 And if the righteous is difficultly saved, where shall the impious and [the] sinner appear?

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16 However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.(A) 17 For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household;(B) and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God?(C) 18 And,

“If it is hard for the righteous to be saved,
    what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”[a](D)

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Peter 4:18 Prov. 11:31 (see Septuagint)