2 Timothy 2:1
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
2 Timothy 2:2
And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well.
2 Timothy 2:3
Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.
2 Timothy 2:4
A soldier refrains from entangling himself in civilian affairs, in order to please the one who enlisted him.
2 Timothy 2:5
Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.
2 Timothy 2:6
The hardworking farmer should be the first to partake of the crops.
2 Timothy 2:7
Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all things.
2 Timothy 2:8
Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David, as proclaimed by my gospel,
2 Timothy 2:9
for which I suffer to the extent of being chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained!
2 Timothy 2:10
For this reason I endure all things for the sake of the elect, so that they too may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.
2 Timothy 2:11
This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;
2 Timothy 2:12
if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us;
2 Timothy 2:13
if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.
2 Timothy 2:14
Remind the believers of these things, charging them before God to avoid quarreling over words, which succeeds only in leading the listeners to ruin.
2 Timothy 2:15
Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth.
2 Timothy 2:16
But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness,
2 Timothy 2:17
and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus,
2 Timothy 2:18
who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some.
2 Timothy 2:19
Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”
2 Timothy 2:20
A large house contains not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay. Some indeed are for honorable use, but others are for common use.
2 Timothy 2:21
So if anyone cleanses himself of what is unfit, he will be a vessel for honor: sanctified, useful to the Master, and prepared for every good work.
2 Timothy 2:22
Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
2 Timothy 2:23
But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling.
2 Timothy 2:24
And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.
2 Timothy 2:25
He must gently reprove those who oppose him, in the hope that God may grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth.
2 Timothy 2:26
Then they will come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, who has taken them captive to his will.