But I am greatly displeased with the nations that take my grace for granted. I was a little displeased with them, but they have only made things worse for themselves.

But I do not consider my life worth anything to myself, so that I may finish my task and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the good news of God’s grace.

Thanksgiving

I always thank my God for you because of the grace of God that was given to you in Christ Jesus.

But he said to me, “My grace is enough for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” So then, I will boast most gladly about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may reside in me.

For it is right for me to think this about all of you, because I have you in my heart, since both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel all of you became partners in God’s grace together with me.

I, Paul, write this greeting by my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

to Timothy, my genuine child in the faith. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!

to Timothy, my dear child. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!

Serving Faithfully Despite Hardship

So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

To Titus, my genuine son in a common faith. Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior!