Being saved through union with Christ should compel a Christian to leave behind the debauchery of this fallen world and hold fast to the gospel that promises eternal life.
Christians can endure the trials of life when their hope is in Christ who reigns over all and is ushering in His final redemption.
Christians are to love one another and endure persecution without retaliation or revenge so that Christ and His gospel are proclaimed and those who slander Him are silenced.