1 Timothy 1:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Timothy 1:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Timothy 1:16 is a verse from the book of 1 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Timothy 1:16 — KJV
“Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.”
— 1 Timothy 1:16 (KJV)
1 Timothy 1:16 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 1:16
“But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:16: jesus, christ, might
“Because that he remembered not to shew mercy, but persecuted the poor and needy man, that he might even slay the broken in heart.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:16: cause, mercy, might
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:16: should, believe, life
“(But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:16: cause, jesus, should
“And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 1:16: jesus, christ, might
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