12. teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly desires, we should live soberly, righteously, and in godliness in this present world,
13. as we await the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ,
14. who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all lawlessness and purify for Himself a special people, zealous of good works.
15. Teach these things, exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you.