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And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has enabled me, because He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry,

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although I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an insolent man; but I obtained mercy because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.

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And the grace of our Lord was exceedingly abundant, with faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.

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This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.

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However, for this reason I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might show all longsuffering, as a pattern to those who are going to believe on Him for everlasting life.

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Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.