21. READ: 1 TIMOTHY 1:12-17
[1 Timothy 1:12] "I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, Who
has given me strength, that He considered me faithful, appointing
me to His service. [13] Even though I was once a blasphemer and a
persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in
ignorance and unbelief. [14] The grace of our Lord was poured out
on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ
Jesus.
[15] "Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full
acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save
sinners--of whom I am the worst. [16] But for that very reason
I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus
might display His unlimited patience as an example for those who
would believe on Him and receive eternal life. [17] Now to the King
eternal, immortal, invisible, the Only God, be honor and glory for
ever and ever. Amen."
a. Why was Paul shown mercy?
b. What is the trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance?
c. What do those who believe on Jesus receive?
