sanctifie] That is, glorifie God by your patient suffering, and faithfull trusting in him. Or, blesse God in your hearts, for that he hath accounted you worthy to suffer for righteousnesse sake. See Acts 5:41. 2 Corinthians 3:11. Phil. 1. 29. Col. 1. 24. every man] That is, if Gods honour, and the good of those who ask require it; otherwise we must not cast pearls before swine: see Matthew 7:6. fear] Or, reverence.