2 Timothy, 2

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Paul gives Timothy practical advice on how to fulfill his ministry, including being strong in the Lord, enduring hardship, and studying the Scriptures. He encourages Timothy to be patient, disciplined, and to avoid foolish and worthless debates.

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1 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

2 And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.

3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

4 No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.

5 And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

6 The husbandman that laboureth must be first partaker of the fruits.

7 Consider what I say; and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.

8 Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead according to my gospel:

9 Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound.

10 Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.

11 It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him:

12 If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us:

13 If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.

14 Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers.

15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

16 But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.

17 And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus;

18 Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.

19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

20 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour.

21 If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.

22 Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

23 But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes.

24 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,

25 In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;

26 And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.

Commentary

In 2 Timothy chapter 2, Paul continues to encourage Timothy to remain steadfast in his faith and to remain strong in the face of persecution. He reminds Timothy that he is a soldier of Christ and must endure hardship and suffering in order to be victorious. Paul also encourages Timothy to be an example to others, to be strong in the Lord, and to be patient in affliction. He reminds Timothy that God will reward those who remain faithful and that he should not be ashamed of the gospel. Paul also warns Timothy to stay away from foolish and ignorant disputes, and to focus on the things that are important. Finally, Paul encourages Timothy to remember that God's grace is sufficient for him and that he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him. Overall, Paul's message to Timothy in this chapter is one of encouragement and hope. He reminds Timothy that God is with him and that he can endure any hardship if he remains faithful. He also encourages Timothy to be an example to others and to stay away from foolish and ignorant disputes. Paul's words are a reminder to us all that God's grace is sufficient and that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.