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1 Timothy 1:16-18
Lexham English Bible
1 Timothy 1:16-18
Lexham English Bible
16 But because of this I was shown mercy, in order that in me foremost, Christ Jesus might demonstrate his total patience, for an example for those who are going to believe in him for eternal life. 17 Now to the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, to the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever[a]. Amen.
Paul’s Charge to Timothy
18 I am setting before you this instruction, Timothy my child, in accordance with the prophecies spoken long ago about you, in order that by them you may fight the good fight,
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- 1 Timothy 1:17 Literally “to the ages of the ages”
1 Timothy 1:16-18
New International Version
1 Timothy 1:16-18
New International Version
16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy(A) so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience(B) as an example for those who would believe(C) in him and receive eternal life.(D) 17 Now to the King(E) eternal, immortal,(F) invisible,(G) the only God,(H) be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.(I)
The Charge to Timothy Renewed
18 Timothy, my son,(J) I am giving you this command in keeping with the prophecies once made about you,(K) so that by recalling them you may fight the battle well,(L)
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