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1 Peter 4:16 net — But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.

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"But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name."

— 1 Peter 4:16, NET Bible

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1 Peter 4 — Context

13

But rejoice in the degree that you have shared in the sufferings of Christ, so that when his glory is revealed you may also rejoice and be glad.

14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory, who is the Spirit of God, rests on you.

15

But let none of you suffer as a murderer or thief or criminal or as a troublemaker.

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But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.

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For it is time for judgment to begin, starting with the house of God. And if it starts with us, what will be the fate of those who are disobedient to the gospel of God?

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And if the righteous are barely saved, what will become of the ungodly and sinners?

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So then let those who suffer according to the will of God entrust their souls to a faithful Creator as they do good.

1 Peter 4:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:16 say?
1 Peter 4:16 in the NET Bible reads: “But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.”
Where is 1 Peter 4:16 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 16.
Who wrote 1 Peter?
1 Peter is traditionally attributed to Peter the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of 1 Peter about?
Peter writes to "elect exiles" suffering for their faith, anchoring them in a living hope, an incorruptible inheritance, and the example of Christ who suffered for them. The letter teaches believers how to live well as strangers in a hostile world.
What are the major themes of 1 Peter?
1 Peter explores themes including Suffering, Living Hope, Holiness, Submission, Shepherding. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Peter 4:16.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:16 in?
1 Peter 4:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Peter 4:16?
1 Peter 4:16 reads (NET): “But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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