Greeting

1 Paul,^(A) an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will,^(B) for the promise of life^(C) in Christ Jesus:

² To Timothy, my dearly loved son.

Grace, mercy, and peace^(D) from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

Be Strong in Grace

2 You, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace^(A) that is in Christ Jesus. ² And what you have heard from me^(B) in the presence of many witnesses, commit to faithful^(C) men who will be able to teach others also.