31Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work,+2to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men.+3For we were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.+4But when the kindness of God our Savior and his love toward mankind appeared,+5not by works of righteousness which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit,+6whom he poured out on us richly, through Jesus Christ our Savior;+7that being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.+8This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men;+
9but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.+10Avoid a factious man after a first and second warning,+11knowing that such a one is perverted and sins, being self-condemned.+
Final Remarks and Greetings
12When I send Artemas to you, or Tychicus, be diligent to come to me to Nicopolis, for I have determined to winter there.+13Send Zenas, the lawyer, and Apollos on their journey speedily, that nothing may be lacking for them.+14Let our people also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they may not be unfruitful.+15All who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.+
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