1 Timothy 1:15
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Timothy 1:15 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Timothy 1:15 is a verse from the book of 1 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Timothy 1:15 — KJV
“This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.”
— 1 Timothy 1:15 (KJV)
1 Timothy 1:15 in Context — About the Book of 1 Timothy
1 Timothy is a veteran's field manual for a young pastor in Ephesus — sound doctrine, qualified leaders, care for widows, contentment over the love of money, and fighting the good fight of faith. It urges prayers for kings and all in authority so believers can live peaceful, godly lives.
Cross-References for 1 Timothy 1:15
“When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am?”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:15: saying, jesus, came
“And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:15: saying, worthy, jesus
“But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world. by whom: or, whereby”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:15: christ, jesus, world
“Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:15: saying, jesus, came
“He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:15: saying, jesus, into
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