Say ye not, A conspiracy, concerning all whereof this people shall say, A conspiracy; neither fear ye their fear, nor be in dread (thereof).
Jehovah of hosts, him shall ye sanctify; and let him be your fear, and let him be your dread.
Blessed are they that have been persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.
For what glory is it, if, when ye sin, and are buffeted (for it), ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer (for it), ye shall take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.
If ye are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed (are ye); because the (Spirit) of glory and the Spirit of God resteth upon you.
(My) little children, let no man lead you astray: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous: