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1 Timothy 2:1-3
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1 Timothy 2:1-3
Living Bible
2 Here are my directions: Pray much for others; plead for God’s mercy upon them; give thanks for all he is going to do for them.
2 Pray in this way for kings and all others who are in authority over us, or are in places of high responsibility, so that we can live in peace and quietness, spending our time in godly living and thinking much about the Lord.[a] 3 This is good and pleases God our Savior,
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- 1 Timothy 2:2 in godly living and thinking much about the Lord, literally, “in gravity.”
1 Timothy 2:1-3
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1 Timothy 2:1-3
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2 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers,(A) intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— 2 for kings and all those in authority,(B) that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness(C) and holiness. 3 This is good, and pleases(D) God our Savior,(E)
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