1 Peter 2:20 Meaning
For what glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.
Context Explained
18Servants, be subject to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward.
19For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.
20For what glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.
21For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:
22Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
James 1:2-4
Both passages discuss the value of enduring trials and suffering patiently.
Romans 5:3-5
Paul speaks about glorying in tribulations, echoing the theme of patient suffering.
1 Corinthians 10:13
This verse reassures believers that they will not be tempted beyond what they can bear, connecting to enduring suffering.
Source: 1 Peter 2:20