| 3.1 |
Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, |
| 3.2 |
to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men. |
| 3.3 |
For we were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. |
| 3.4 |
But when the kindness of God our Savior and his love toward mankind appeared, |
| 3.5 |
not by works of righteousness, which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, |
| 3.6 |
whom he poured out on us richly, through Jesus Christ our Savior; |
| 3.7 |
that, being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. |
| 3.8 |
This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men; |
| 3.9 |
but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain. |
| 3.10 |
Avoid a factious man after a first and second warning; |
| 3.11 |
knowing that such a one is perverted, and sins, being self-condemned. |
| 3.12 |
When I send Artemas to you, or Tychicus, be diligent to come to me to Nicopolis, for I have determined to winter there. |
| 3.13 |
Send Zenas, the lawyer, and Apollos on their journey speedily, that nothing may be lacking for them. |
| 3.14 |
Let our people also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they may not be unfruitful. |
| 3.15 |
All who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in faith. Grace be with you all. Amen. |
