nor to occupy themselves with myths and interminable genealogies. Such things promote useless speculations rather than God’s redemptive plan that operates by faith.

Compete well for the faith and lay hold of that eternal life you were called for and made your good confession for in the presence of many witnesses.

And entrust what you heard me say in the presence of many others as witnesses to faithful people who will be competent to teach others as well.

Make every effort to present yourself before God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed, teaching the message of truth accurately.

But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

and they will come to their senses and escape the devil’s trap where they are held captive to do his will.

I solemnly charge you before God and Christ Jesus, who is going to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom:

It trains us to reject godless ways and worldly desires and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

He gave himself for us to set us free from every kind of lawlessness and to purify for himself a people who are truly his, who are eager to do good.

Everyone with me greets you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.

I have had great joy and encouragement because of your love, for the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, brother.

I would rather appeal to you on the basis of love – I, Paul, an old man and even now a prisoner for the sake of Christ Jesus –

while God confirmed their witness with signs and wonders and various miracles and gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his will.

For he has come to deserve greater glory than Moses, just as the builder of a house deserves greater honor than the house itself!

For every high priest is taken from among the people and appointed to represent them before God, to offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins.

By faith Joseph, at the end of his life, mentioned the exodus of the sons of Israel and gave instructions about his burial.

Besides, we have experienced discipline from our earthly fathers and we respected them; shall we not submit ourselves all the more to the Father of spirits and receive life?

And similarly, was not Rahab the prostitute also justified by works when she welcomed the messengers and sent them out by another way?

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct he should show his works done in the gentleness that wisdom brings.

But if you have bitter jealousy and selfishness in your hearts, do not boast and tell lies against the truth.