9 God saved us and chose usto be his holy people.We did nothingto deserve this,but God planned itbecause he is so kind.Even before time beganGod planned for Christ Jesusto show kindness to us.
10 Now Christ Jesus has cometo show us the kindnessof God.Christ our Saviour defeated deathand brought usthe good news.It shines like a lightand offers lifethat never ends.
11 My work is to be a preacher, an apostle, and a teacher.
12 That's why I am suffering now. But I am not ashamed! I know the one I have faith in, and I am sure that he can guard until the last day what he has trusted me with.
13 Now follow the example of the correct teaching I gave you, and let the faith and love of Christ Jesus be your model.
14 You have been trusted with a wonderful treasure. Guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit, who lives within you.
15 You know that everyone in Asia has turned against me, especially Phygelus and Hermogenes.