2 Timothy 1:1-3

Revised Standard Version

Salutation

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God according to the promise of the life which is in Christ Jesus,

² To Timothy, my beloved child:

Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

Thanksgiving and Encouragement

³ I thank God whom I serve with a clear conscience, as did my fathers, when I remember you constantly in my prayers.