1 Timothy 1&2

I thank you, Lord Jesus, that you enable me; that you counted me faithful and put me into ministry. I was formally a man lost in sin, but you, Lord, were merciful to me. Your grace, Lord Jesus, was exceedingly abundant for me.

It is true that you, Lord Jesus, came into this world to save sinners, and I was certainly a sinner. However, I obtained mercy from you, Lord, so that you could show your patience as a part of your character to all those around me.

You, Lord Jesus, are King eternal. You are immortal, wise, and honest. To you be glory forever and ever.

You fill me, lord, with love for your word that, by the word and your presence in me, I may wage good warfare against spiritual forces of evil.

I pray with supplication and faith for all men, including all that are in authority, so that, we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. For this kind of life is what you have for me, Lord Jesus.