16. However, for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might show forth all long-suffering, for a pattern to them who should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
17. Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, God the only wise, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
18. This charge I commit to thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mayest war a good warfare;
19. Holding faith and a good conscience; which some having put away, concerning faith have made shipwreck:
20. Of whom is Hymeneus and Alexander; whom I have delivered to Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme.