1 Peter 2:16-18

Christian Standard Bible

¹⁶ Submit as free people, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil,^(A) but as God’s slaves.^{(B) 17} Honor everyone. Love^(C) the brothers and sisters.^(D) Fear God.^(E) Honor the emperor.

Submission of Slaves to Masters

¹⁸ Household slaves, submit to your masters^(F) with all reverence^(G) not only to the good and gentle ones but also to the cruel.^(H)