1 Timothy 6:14-16
What is written? (ESV)
…to keep the commandment unstained and free from reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will display at the proper time—he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone has immortality, who dwells in unapproachable light, whom no one has ever seen or can see. To him be honor and eternal dominion. Amen.
What does it say?
...to preserve and keep the gospel unstained until Jesus returns at the Father's appointed time -- the Father who is blessed and Sovereign, King of all kings and Lord over all lords, who is the only immortal and dwells in the brightest of light and who no one has seen or can see. To Him be the honor and eternal dominion. Amen.
What is its immediate context?
Paul’s instructions to Timothy, a young preacher currently in Ephesus. After several chapters of regarding local church ‘rules’ and organization, Paul is giving his closing charge to Timothy for his personal strengthing and perseverance in the faith. He pleads for him to “Fight the good fight of the faith” and to “take hold of the eternal life” before offing this ‘mini prayer to God. (vs 12)
