I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks, be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all; the testimony in its own times; to which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle (I am telling the truth in Christ, not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.
I desire therefore that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without anger and doubting. In the same way, that women also adorn themselves in decent clothing, with modesty and propriety; not just with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing; but (which becomes women professing godliness) with good works. Let a woman learn in quietness with all subjection. But I don’t permit a woman to teach, nor to exercise authority over a man, but to be in quietness. For Adam was first formed, then Eve. Adam wasn’t deceived, but the woman, being deceived, has fallen into disobedience; but she will be saved through her childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and sanctification with sobriety.
Prayer
Father God of heaven, Lord Jesus, and Holy Spirit, hallowed be your name. Thank you so much for the privilege and lifeline of prayer. Thank you for considering the words of mere humans. Thank you for desiring to commune with us to such a degree. I pray that you will season our prayers with salt and may we offer them up to you with great humility. Teach me to pray without anger or doubt. Instill in me your desire that all men be saved and come to know the truth, Father, and then empower me to do something about it. I pray for women. What Paul shares in this passage is tough. I pray for my own submission to Jesus Christ. May I model this submission in every part of my life, surrendering all to Jesus my Lord.
