World English Bible
1 Timothy 1:13
“although I was before a blasphemer, a persecutor, and insolent. However, I obtained mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.”
Verse in context — 1 Timothy 1
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according to the Good News of the glory of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust.
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And I thank him who enabled me, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he counted me faithful, appointing me to service;
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although I was before a blasphemer, a persecutor, and insolent. However, I obtained mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
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The grace of our Lord abounded exceedingly with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
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The saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.
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