in hope of eternal life, which God, who can not lie, promised be fore the times of the ages,

For the bishop must be blame less, as the steward of God; not self-willed, not passionate, not fond of wine, not quarrelsome, not one who makes money by base means;

who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify for himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.

This saying is true, and in respect to these things, I will that you affirm strongly, in order that those who have believed in God may be careful to practice good works: these are the things that are honorable and profitable for men.

All that are with me salute you. Salute those who love us in faithfulness. Grace be with you all. Amen.