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10 For the desire of money is the root of all evil; for which some - while lusting after it - have erred from the faith and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

11 But you, O man of God, flee these things! And pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and meekness.

12 Fight the good fight of faith. Lay hold of eternal life, to which you are also called and have professed a good profession before many witnesses.

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10 For the love of money(A) is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith(B) and pierced themselves with many griefs.(C)

Final Charge to Timothy

11 But you, man of God,(D) flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness,(E) faith, love,(F) endurance and gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight(G) of the faith. Take hold of(H) the eternal life(I) to which you were called when you made your good confession(J) in the presence of many witnesses.

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