15 which He will [a]bring about at (A)the proper time—He who is (B)the blessed and (C)only Sovereign, (D)the King of [b]kings and (E)Lord of [c]lords, 16 (F)who alone possesses immortality and (G)dwells in unapproachable light, (H)whom [d]no one has seen or can see. (I)To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.

17 Instruct those who are rich in (J)this present world (K)not to be conceited or to (L)set their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, (M)who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Timothy 6:15 Lit show
  2. 1 Timothy 6:15 Lit those who reign as kings
  3. 1 Timothy 6:15 Lit those who rule as lords
  4. 1 Timothy 6:16 Lit none of mankind

15 which God will bring about in his own time(A)—God, the blessed(B) and only Ruler,(C) the King of kings and Lord of lords,(D) 16 who alone is immortal(E) and who lives in unapproachable light,(F) whom no one has seen or can see.(G) To him be honor and might forever. Amen.(H)

17 Command those who are rich(I) in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,(J) which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God,(K) who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.(L)

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