- 1. Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work,
- 2. to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men.
- 3. For we were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.
- 4. But when the kindness of God our Savior and his love toward mankind appeared,
- 5. not by works of righteousness, which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit,
- 6. whom he poured out on us richly, through Jesus Christ our Savior;
- 7. that, being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
- 8. This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men;
- 9. but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.
- 10. Avoid a factious man after a first and second warning;
- 11. knowing that such a one is perverted, and sins, being self-condemned.
- 12. When I send Artemas to you, or Tychicus, be diligent to come to me to Nicopolis, for I have determined to winter there.
- 13. Send Zenas, the lawyer, and Apollos on their journey speedily, that nothing may be lacking for them.
- 14. Let our people also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they may not be unfruitful.
- 15. All who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.
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