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12 My dear brethren, don't be surpriz'd at your being brought as it were to the test of fire; as if some strange thing had happen'd to you. 13 on the contrary, rejoice at the share you have of sufferings, as well as Christ: that you may likewise triumph, when he shall appear in his glory. 14 if you suffer indignities in the cause of Christ, you are happy: for the glorious spirit of God rests upon you. 15 take care therefore not to suffer upon the account of homicide, or thievery, or for any criminal, or pragmatical practices. 16 but whoever suffers as a christian, let him not be asham'd, but rather give thanks to God upon that account. 1 Peter 4:12-16, Mace New Testament. Public domain.
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