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but I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience for an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life.

To the King of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men,

for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life, godly and respectful in every way.

For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,

who gave himself as a ransom for all, the testimony to which was borne at the proper time.

For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

For Adam was formed first, then Eve;

for if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how can he care for God's church?

Deacons likewise must be serious, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for gain;

for those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and also great confidence in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving;

for then it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer.

for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.

For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of those who believe.

Take heed to yourself and to your teaching; hold to that, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers.

If a widow has children or grandchildren, let them first learn their religious duty to their own family and make some return to their parents; for this is acceptable in the sight of God.

If any one does not provide for his relatives, and especially for his own family, he has disowned the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

and she must be well attested for her good deeds, as one who has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, relieved the afflicted, and devoted herself to doing good in every way.

But refuse to enrol younger widows; for when they grow wanton against Christ they desire to marry,