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Greeting
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus,
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To Timothy, a beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
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who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began,
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but has now been revealed by the appearing of our Savior Jesus Christ, who has abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel,
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Be Loyal to the Faith
Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.
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Be Strong in Grace
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
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You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.
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Remember that Jesus Christ, of the seed of David, was raised from the dead according to my gospel,
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Therefore I endure all things for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
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Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.
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and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
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Preach the Word
I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom:
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Farewell
The Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.