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and that we may be rescued from wicked and evil people; for not all have faith.

For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us; we were not idle when we were with you,

and we did not eat anyone's bread without paying for it; but with toil and labor we worked night and day, so that we might not burden any of you.

For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: Anyone unwilling to work should not eat.

For we hear that some of you are living in idleness, mere busybodies, not doing any work.

This means understanding that the law is laid down not for the innocent but for the lawless and disobedient, for the godless and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their father or mother, for murderers,

and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

But for that very reason I received mercy, so that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display the utmost patience, making me an example to those who would come to believe in him for eternal life.

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

for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity.

For there is one God; there is also one mediator between God and humankind, Christ Jesus, himself human,

who gave himself a ransom for all —this was attested at the right time.

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

but with good works, as is proper for women who profess reverence for God.

For Adam was formed first, then Eve;

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

Deacons likewise must be serious, not double-tongued, not indulging in much wine, not greedy for money;

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

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

for it is sanctified by God's word and by prayer.