12 Fight a good fight for the faith and claim eternal life. God offered it to you when you clearly told about your faith, while so many people listened.
13 Now I ask you to make a promise. Make it in the presence of God, who gives life to all, and in the presence of Jesus Christ, who openly told Pontius Pilate about his faith.
14 Promise to obey completely and fully all that you have been told until our Lord Jesus Christ returns.
15 The glorious Godis the only Ruler,the King of kingsand Lord of lords.At the time that Godhas already decided,he will send Jesus Christback again.
16 Only God lives for ever!And he lives in lightthat no one can come near.No human has ever seen Godor ever can see him.God will be honoured,and his powerwill last for ever. Amen.
17 Warn the rich people of this world not to be proud or to trust in wealth that is easily lost. Tell them to have faith in God, who is rich and blesses us with everything we need to enjoy life.
18 Instruct them to do as many good deeds as they can and to help everyone. Remind the rich to be generous and share what they have.