1 Peter 3:15

15But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

15but 3:15 I.e., set apartsanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a 3:15 Or argument; or explanationdefense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, but with gentleness and respect;

15but I.e. set apartsanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;

15But in your hearts set Christ apart [as holy—acknowledging Him, giving Him first place in your lives] as Lord. Always be ready to give a [logical] defense to anyone who asks you to account for the hope and confident assurance [elicited by faith] that is within you, yet [do it] with gentleness and respect. [Is 8:12, 13]

15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord.3:15 BYZ and TR But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts.This sentence may also be included with the quotation from the previous verse; see Isaiah 8:13. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

15But make sure that in your hearts you honor Christ as Lord. Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you about the hope you have. Be ready to give the reason for it. But do it gently and with respect.