1 Timothy 1:12-17
Chapter 1
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Paul and Timothy
I thank Christ Jesus, our Lord, who gives me strength, considers me trustworthy, and has appointed me to his service,13
although I was a blasphemer, a persecutor, and a fanatical enemy, yet I have been mercifully treated because I acted out of ignorance when I opposed the faith;
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and the grace of our Lord was more than enough, along with the faith and love found in Christ Jesus.
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This saying is true and worth believing: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.
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Because of that, I was mercifully treated; Christ Jesus wanted to show his greatest patience so that I might serve as an example for all who are to believe and receive eternal life.
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To the King of ages, the only God who exists beyond all perishable and visible creations—be honor and glory forever. Amen!