2 Timothy 2:1 (BSB)
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 2:2 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 2:4 (BSB)
A soldier refrains from entangling himself in civilian affairs, in order to please the one who enlisted him.

2 Timothy 2:5 (BSB)
Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.

2 Timothy 2:6 (BSB)
The hardworking farmer should be the first to partake of the crops.

2 Timothy 2:7 (BSB)
Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all things.

2 Timothy 2:8 (BSB)
Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David, as proclaimed by my gospel,

2 Timothy 2:9 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;

2 Timothy 2:12 (BSB)
if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us;

2 Timothy 2:13 (BSB)
if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.

2 Timothy 2:14 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth.

2 Timothy 2:16 (BSB)
But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness,

2 Timothy 2:17 (BSB)
and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus,

2 Timothy 2:18 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling.

2 Timothy 2:24 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
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 (BSB)
Then they will come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, who has taken them captive to his will.
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