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This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. I have been sent out to tell others about the life he has promised through faith in Christ Jesus.
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Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by God's will, for the promise of life in Christ Jesus:
2 Timothy 1:1 In-Context
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Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, in keeping with the promise of life that is in Christ Jesus,
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To Timothy, my dear son: Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
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I thank God, whom I serve, as my ancestors did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers.
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Recalling your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy.
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I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.