in the hope of eternal life that God, who cannot lie, promised before time began.

one who is blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of wildness or rebellion.

holding to the faithful message as taught, so that he will be able both to encourage with sound teaching and to refute those who contradict it.

and may not pay attention to Jewish myths and the commands of men who reject the truth.

To the pure, everything is pure, but to those who are defiled and unbelieving nothing is pure; in fact, both their mind and conscience are defiled.

This saying is trustworthy. I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed God might be careful to devote themselves to good works. These are good and profitable for everyone.

All those who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with all of you.