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2 Timothy, 1

1. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus,

1. From Paul, apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, for the sake of his promise of eternal life in Christ Jesus,

2. To Timothy, [my] dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, [and] peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

2. to my dear son Timothy. May grace, mercy and peace be with you from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

3. I thank God, whom I serve from [my] forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day;

3. I give thanks to God whom I serve with a clear conscience the way my ancestors did, as I remember you constantly, day and night, in my prayers.

4. Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;

4. I recall your tears and I long to see you that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith,

5. When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.

5. so like the faith of your grandmother Lois and of your mother Eunice, which I am sure you have inherited.

6. Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.

6. For this reason I invite you to fan into a flame the gift of God you received through the laying on of my hands.

7. For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

7. For God did not confer on us a spirit of bashfulness, but of strength, love and good judgment.

8. Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God;

8. Do not be ashamed of testifying to our Lord, nor of seeing me in chains. On the contrary, do your share in laboring for the Gospel with the strength of God.

9. Who hath saved us, and called [us] with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,

9. He saved us and called us - a calling which proceeds from his holiness. This did not depend on our merits, but on his generosity and his own initiative. This calling given to us from all time in Christ Jesus

10. But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:

10. has just been manifested with the glorious appearance of Christ Jesus, our Lord, who destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light in his Gospel.

11. Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

11. Of this message I was made herald, apostle and teacher.

12. For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.

12. For its sake I now suffer this trial, but I am not ashamed, for I know in whom I have believed and I am convinced that he is capable of taking care of all I have entrusted to him until that day.

13. Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

13. Follow the pattern of the sound doctrine which you have heard from me, concerning faith and love in Christ Jesus.

14. That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.

14. Keep this precious deposit with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives within us.

15. This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.

15. You know that all from the province of Asia have deserted me, especially Phygelus and Hermogenes.

16. The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:

16. May God bless the household of Onesiphoras, for he often came to visit me and was not ashamed of my chains.

17. But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found [me].

17. On the contrary, on arriving in Rome he searched for me until he found me.

18. The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in how many things he ministered unto me at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.

18. May the Lord grant that he find mercy from the Lord on that day. You well know all the services he rendered at Ephesus.



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1:6-7 - Paul reminds Timothy to rekindle the gift God has given him, emphasizing the importance of the Holy Spirit, who gives us power, love, and self-control. Courage and faith are necessary gifts for Christian mission (see also 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 and Ephesians 3:16).

1:8-10 - Paul exhorts Timothy not to be ashamed of the gospel, for it is the source of salvation and eternal life. Trusting in Christ enables us to face suffering and persecution for His sake (see also Romans 1:16 and Philippians 1:29).

01:12 - Paul affirms his confidence in God, who is able to guard what has been entrusted to him until the Last Day. Faith in God's power is the basis for our perseverance in the Christian faith (see also Philippians 1:6 and 1 Peter 1:5).

1:13-14 - Paul instructs Timothy to guard the sound teaching he has received, trusting in the Holy Spirit. Pure doctrine and a relationship with the Spirit are essential to maintaining fidelity to the faith (see also Titus 1:9 and 1 Corinthians 4:2).

1:15-18 - Paul mentions those who have fallen away from the faith, but he also thanks Onesiphorus for his faithfulness and support. Loyalty to the gospel and to fellow believers in Christ is crucial for the church (see also 2 Corinthians 1:15-16 and Philippians 2:20-21).

Aiheeseen liittyvät säkeet 2 Timothy, 1:

2 Timothy chapter 1 begins Paul's last letter. What legacy does the apostle leave for his disciple? This moving text expresses Paul's love for Timothy, recalling his inherited faith and ordination. The chapter addresses topics such as courage in the face of persecution, the power of the gospel and the importance of keeping the good deposit of faith. Paul also mentions those who abandoned him and those who remained faithful. Dive with us into five biblical passages that illuminate the enduring principles of this inspiring chapter.

Acts 16:1: "He arrived in Derbe and then in Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, the son of a Jewish and believing mother, but a Greek father." - This verse provides context about the origin of Timothy, mentioned in 2 Timothy 1:5.

Romans 1:16: "I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Greek." - This passage echoes the theme of 2 Timothy 1:8, where Paul encourages Timothy not to be ashamed of the gospel.

1 Corinthians 4:17: "For this reason, I am sending you Timothy, my beloved and faithful son in the Lord, who will remind you of my way of living in Christ Jesus, according to what I teach everywhere, in all the churches." - This verse shows the close relationship between Paul and Timothy, reflected in 2 Timothy 1:2.

Philippians 1:20: "I look forward to it and hope that in no way will I be embarrassed. On the contrary, with all the determination as always, Christ will also now be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death." - Paul expresses his confidence in Christ, a theme he encourages in Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:12.

1 Peter 4:16: "However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God through this name." - This verse reinforces Paul's exhortation to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:8 not to be ashamed to suffer for the gospel.

FAQ:

What did Paul mean when he spoke of the “gift of God” in 2 Timothy 1:6?

Paul encouraged Timothy to stir up the spiritual gift he had received through the laying on of hands, reminding him to exercise courage and zeal in the ministry. (2 Timothy 1:6)

Why did Paul say that God did not give us a spirit of fear?

God has given us a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind to face challenges and to bear bold witness. Fear does not come from God. (2 Timothy 1:7)

What is the importance of the gospel according to Paul in 2 Timothy 1?

The gospel is the source of salvation and eternal life. Paul encourages Timothy not to be ashamed of it, even in the face of persecution. (2 Timothy 1:8-10)

Who was Onesiphorus and why does Paul mention him?

Onesiphorus helped Paul in his difficulties and was not ashamed of his imprisonment, setting an example of Christian faithfulness. (2 Timothy 1:16-18)

How does Paul describe his trust in God?

Paul states that he knows whom he has believed and is certain that God will keep his faith until the end. (2 Timothy 1:12)


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