1 Timothy 1:14-16

14 and the favor of the Lord has superabounded, with the faith and love which is by Christ Jesus.

15 This saying is true, and worthy of all reception, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.

16 However, for this cause I received mercy, that in me, the chief of sinners, Jesus Christ might show forth all long-suffering, for a pattern to them who should believe on him, in order to everlasting life.