2 Timothy 2
2
A Good Soldier of Christ Jesus
1#Eph 6:10; 2Ti 1:2So you, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2#1Ti 1:18; 6:12Share the things that you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses with faithful men who will be able to teach others also. 3#1Ti 1:18; 2Ti 1:8Endure hard times as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4#2Pe 2:20No soldier on active duty entangles himself with civilian affairs, that he may please the enlisting officer. 5Anyone who competes as an athlete is not rewarded without competing legally. 6The farmer who labors should be first to partake of the crops. 7Consider what I am saying, and may the Lord grant you understanding in all things.
8#Mt 1:1; Ro 2:16Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David, according to my gospel, 9#Php 1:7; 2Ti 1:8in which I suffer trouble like a criminal, even with chains. But the word of God is not bound. 10#Col 1:24; 2Co 1:6; 4:17Therefore I endure all things for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
11#Ro 6:8; 1Th 5:10This is a faithful saying:
If we die with Him,
we shall also live with Him.
12#Mt 10:33; Ro 8:17 If we endure,
we shall also reign with Him.
If we deny Him,
He also will deny us.
13#Nu 23:19; Ro 3:3 If we are faithless,
He remains faithful;
He cannot deny Himself.
An Approved Workman
14#1Ti 5:21; 2Ti 2:23Remind them of these things, commanding them before the Lord that they not argue about words, which leads to nothing of value and to the destruction of those who hear them. 15#Mt 13:52Study to show yourself approved by God, a workman who need not be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 16#Titus 3:9; 1Ti 6:20But avoid profane foolish babblings, for they will increase to more ungodliness, 17#1Ti 1:20and their word will spread like gangrene: Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, 18#1Co 15:12; 1Ti 1:19who have erred concerning the truth, saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and who overthrow the faith of some. 19#Jn 10:14; Isa 28:16But the firm foundation of God stands, having this seal, “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who calls on the name of Christ depart from iniquity.”
20#1Ti 3:15In a large house there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also those of wood and clay; some are for honor, and some for dishonor. 21#2Ti 3:17; Isa 52:11One who cleanses himself from these things will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, fit for the Master’s use, and prepared for every good work.
22#1Ti 6:11; 1:5; 4:12So flee youthful desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. 23#Titus 3:9; 2Ti 2:14But avoid foolish and unlearned debates, knowing that they create strife. 24#1Ti 3:2–3; Titus 3:2The servant of the Lord must not quarrel, but must be gentle toward all people, able to teach, patient, 25#1Ti 2:4; Ac 8:22in gentleness instructing those in opposition. Perhaps God will grant them repentance to know the truth, 26#1Ti 3:7and they may escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will.
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2 Timothy 2
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A Good Soldier of Christ Jesus
1Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. 2You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.
3Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. 5And athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. 6And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor. 7Think about what I am saying. The Lord will help you understand all these things.
8Always remember that Jesus Christ, a descendant of King David, was raised from the dead. This is the Good News I preach. 9And because I preach this Good News, I am suffering and have been chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained. 10So I am willing to endure anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.
11This is a trustworthy saying:
If we die with him,
we will also live with him.
12If we endure hardship,
we will reign with him.
If we deny him,
he will deny us.
13If we are unfaithful,
he remains faithful,
for he cannot deny who he is.
14Remind everyone about these things, and command them in God’s presence to stop fighting over words. Such arguments are useless, and they can ruin those who hear them.
An Approved Worker
15Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. 16Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. 17This kind of talk spreads like cancer,#2:17 Greek gangrene. as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. 18They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith.
19But God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,”#2:19a Num 16:5. and “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.”#2:19b See Isa 52:11.
20In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. 21If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.
22Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.
23Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. 24A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. 25Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, and they will learn the truth. 26Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.
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