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,

Approved and Disapproved Workers

Remind them of these things, charging them before the Lord not to strive about words to no profit, to the ruin of the hearers.

Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.

that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.

Alexander the coppersmith did me much harm. May the Lord repay him according to his works.

And the Lord will deliver me from every evil work and preserve me for His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory forever and ever. Amen!