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1 Timothy 1:16

Context
1:16 But here is why I was treated with mercy: so that 1  in me as the worst, 2  Christ Jesus could demonstrate his utmost patience, as an example for those who are going to believe in him for eternal life.

1 Timothy 5:4

Context
5:4 But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they should first learn to fulfill their duty 3  toward their own household and so repay their parents what is owed them. 4  For this is what pleases God. 5 

1 Timothy 6:2

Context
6:2 But those who have believing masters must not show them less respect 6  because they are brothers. Instead they are to serve all the more, because those who benefit from their service are believers and dearly loved. 7 

Summary of Timothy’s Duties

Teach them and exhort them about these things. 8 

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[1:16]  1 tn Grk “but because of this I was treated with mercy, so that…”

[1:16]  2 tn Grk “in me first,” making the connection with the last phrase of v. 15.

[5:4]  3 tn Or “to practice their religion.”

[5:4]  4 tn Or “and so make some repayment to their parents”; Grk “and to give back recompense to their parents.”

[5:4]  5 tn Grk “for this is pleasing in the sight of God.”

[6:2]  5 tn Or “think the less of them”; Grk “despise them,” “look down on them.”

[6:2]  6 tn Or “those who devote themselves to service are faithful and dearly loved” (referring to slaves who serve them).

[6:2]  7 tn Grk “these things teach and exhort.”



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