This text is tailored to teach us to be prepared to suffer unjustly because Christ suffered for you.
I. The Principle
Be submissive to our earthly authorities, even unjust ones. (v. 18)
II. Three Motivations
1. Because unjust suffering is evidence of God’s grace. (v. 19-20)
2. Because Christ’s suffering is an example for us to follow. (v. 21-23)
3. Because Christ’s suffering provides the power for us to suffer unjustly. (v. 24-25)
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