1 Peter 3:13

Now who will harm you if you become imitators of that which is good?

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In The King James Version

And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?

In Context

12For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears open to their prayer; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”

14But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “Don’t fear what they fear, neither be troubled.”

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Cross References

Proverbs 15:9The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but he loves him who follows after righteousness.

Romans 8:28We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.

1 Corinthians 14:1Follow after love and earnestly desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy.

1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one returns evil for evil to anyone, but always follow after that which is good for one another and for all.

3 John 1:11Beloved, don’t imitate that which is evil, but that which is good. He who does good is of God. He who does evil hasn’t seen God.

Matthew Henry on 1 Peter 3:9-16

Duties towards Friends and Enemies. ( a. d. 66.) 8 Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: 9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. 10 For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile: 11 Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it. 12… Read the whole commentary →

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