16. who alone has immortality, who dwells in unapproachable light, and whom no human being has seen or can see. To him be honor and eternal power. Amen.
17. Tell the rich in the present age not to be proud and not to rely on so uncertain a thing as wealth but rather on God, who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment.
18. Tell them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, ready to share,
19. thus accumulating as treasure a good foundation for the future, so as to win the life that is true life.
20. O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted to you. Avoid profane babbling and the absurdities of so-called knowledge.
21. By professing it, some people have deviated from the faith.Grace be with all of you.