1 Timothy 2:1-10 ▼

1 First of all, then, I urge that requests, prayers, intercessions, and thanks be offered on behalf of all people,

2 even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

3 Such prayer for all is good and welcomed before God our Savior,

4 since he wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.

5 For there is one God and one intermediary between God and humanity, Christ Jesus, himself human,

6 who gave himself as a ransom for all, revealing God's purpose at his appointed time.

7 For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle--I am telling the truth; I am not lying--and a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

8 So I want the men to pray in every place, lifting up holy hands without anger or dispute.

9 Likewise the women are to dress in suitable apparel, with modesty and self-control. Their adornment must not be with braided hair and gold or pearls or expensive clothing,

10 but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess reverence for God.