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

having a remembrance of the unfeigned faith which is in you; which, indeed, dwelt first in your grand-mother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and, I have become persuaded, in you also.

For which cause, I put you in remembrance that you stir into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of hands.

Who saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose, and grace which was given us in Christ Jesus before eternal ages,

for which I was appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher.

For which cause I am suffering also these things; but I am not ashamed; for I know Whom I have believed, and have become persuaded that He is able to guard my deposit unto that day.

Hold the pattern of healthful words which you heard from me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

And the things which you heard from me, through many witnesses, these commit to faithful men, who will be competent to teach others also.

Therefore, I suffer all things for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.

But do you abide in the, things which you learned and were assured of; knowing from whom you learned them;

and that, from a babe, you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise unto salvation through faith that is in Christ Jesus.

henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the Righteous Judge, will recompense to me in that day, and not only to me, but also to all those who have loved His appearing.

The cloak which I left in Troas with Carpus, when you come, bring, and the books, especially the parchments.