Translations
but in the very core of your heart, set Christ apart as Lord. Always be prepared to give a clear and reasoned answer to anyone who asks about the hope that lives in you — but do it with gentleness and deep reverence;
but in your hearts sanctify the Messiah as Lord, always being ready to give a defence to anyone who asks you for an account of the hope that is in you — yet with gentleness and reverence;
But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. 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,

