1. From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to further the promise of life in Christ Jesus,
2. to Timothy, my dear child. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!
3. I am thankful to God, whom I have served with a clear conscience as my ancestors did, when I remember you in my prayers as I do constantly night and day.
4. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy.