1 Peter 4:17 nasb — For it is time for judgment to begin with the household of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the outcom…

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"For it is time for judgment to begin with the household of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?"

— 1 Peter 4:17, NASB

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1 Peter 4 — Context

14

If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.

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Make sure that none of you suffers as a murderer, or thief, or evildoer, or a troublesome meddler;

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but if anyone suffers as a Christian, he is not to be ashamed, but is to glorify God in this name.

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For it is time for judgment to begin with the household of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?

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AND IF IT IS WITH DIFFICULTY THAT THE RIGHTEOUS IS SAVED, WHAT WILL BECOME OF THE GODLESS MAN AND THE SINNER?

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Therefore, those also who suffer according to the will of God shall entrust their souls to a faithful Creator in doing what is right.

1 Peter 4:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:17 say?
1 Peter 4:17 in the NASB reads: “For it is time for judgment to begin with the household of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?”
Where is 1 Peter 4:17 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 17.
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 4:17.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:17 in?
1 Peter 4:17 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 4:17?
1 Peter 4:17 reads (NASB): “For it is time for judgment to begin with the household of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?” 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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