† 13 verses with comments from the Fathers · ⇄ 14 verses with cross-references · ¶ 3 verses cited by the Catechism . Tap a marked verse to open its catena.
1 Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work,† (2 connections) 2 to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men.†⇄ (4 connections) 3 For we were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.†⇄ (5 connections) 4 But when the kindness of God our Savior and his love toward mankind appeared,†⇄ (18 connections) 5 not by works of righteousness which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit,¶†⇄ (26 connections) 6 whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior;¶†⇄ (6 connections) 7 that being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.¶†⇄ (4 connections) 8 This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you insist confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men;†⇄ (6 connections) 9 but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.†⇄ (9 connections) 10 Avoid a factious man after a first and second warning,†⇄ (52 connections) 11 knowing that such a one is perverted and sinful, being self-condemned.†⇄ (30 connections)
12 When I send Artemas to you, or Tychicus, be diligent to come to me to Nicopolis, for I have determined to winter there.⇄ (1 connection) 13 Send Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey speedily, that nothing may be lacking for them.†⇄ (11 connections) 14 Let our people also learn to maintain good works to meet necessary needs, that they may not be unfruitful.†⇄ (13 connections)
15 All who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.⇄ (1 connection)