1 Timothy 1:14-18

Our Lord in his grace filled me to overflowing with trust and love that comes from Christ Jesus.

You can trust this saying that everyone should accept: “Christ Jesus came to this world to save sinners,” and I'm the worst of them.

For this reason I was shown mercy—since I'm the worst sinner, Jesus Christ could demonstrate his infinite patience as an example to those who choose to trust in him and gain eternal life.

Honor and glory forever and ever to the eternal King, the immortal, invisible, and only God! Amen.

These are the instructions I want to give to you, Timothy, my son, following the prophecies that brought you this far, so you can fight the good fight!