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2 Timothy, 4

1. I charge [thee] therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;

1. In the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by the hope I have of his coming and his kingdom, I urge you

2. Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.

2. to preach the Word, in season and out of season, reproving, rebuking or advising, always with patience and providing instruction.

3. For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;

3. For the time is coming when people will no longer endure sound doctrine but will be so eager to hear what is new, that they will never have enough teachers after their own liking.

4. And they shall turn away [their] ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.

4. And they will abandon the truth to hear fables.

5. But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.

5. So be prudent, do not mind your labor, give yourself to your work as an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.

6. For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.

6. As for me the time of sacrifice has arrived, and the moment of my departure has come.

7. I have fought a good fight, I have finished [my] course, I have kept the faith:

7. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

8. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

8. Now there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness with which the Lord, the just judge, will reward me on that day; and not only me, but all those who have longed for his glorious coming.

9. Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:

9. Do your best to come to me quickly.

10. For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.

10. You must know that Demas has deserted me for the love of this world: he returned to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia and Titus to Dalmatia.

11. Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.

11. Only Luke remains with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is a useful helper in my work.

12. And Tychicus have I sent to Ephesus.

12. I sent Tychicus to Ephesus.

13. The cloke that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring [with thee], and the books, [but] especially the parchments.

13. Bring with you the cloak I left at Troas, in Carpos' house and also the scrolls, especially the parchments.

14. Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:

14. Alexander the metalworker has caused me great harm. The Lord will repay him for what he has done.

15. Of whom be thou ware also; for he hath greatly withstood our words.

15. Distrust him for he has been very much opposed to our preaching.

16. At my first answer no man stood with me, but all [men] forsook me: [I pray God] that it may not be laid to their charge.

16. At my first hearing in court no one supported me; all deserted me. May the Lord not hold it against them.

17. Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and [that] all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.

17. But the Lord was at my side, giving me strength to proclaim the Word fully, and let all the pagans hear it. So I was rescued from the lion's mouth.

18. And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve [me] unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom [be] glory for ever and ever. Amen.

18. The Lord will save me from all evil, bringing me to his heavenly kingdom. Glory to him for ever and ever. Amen!

19. Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.

19. Greetings to Prisca and Aquila and to the family of Onesiphorus.

20. Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.

20. Erastus remained in Corinth. I left Trophimus sick in Miletus.

21. Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.

21. Try to come here before the winter. Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia and all the brothers and sisters send you greetings.

22. The Lord Jesus Christ [be] with thy spirit. Grace [be] with you. Amen. <[The second [epistle] unto Timotheus, ordained the first bishop of the church of the Ephesians, was written from Rome, when Paul was brought before Nero the second time.]>

22. The Lord be with your spirit. May grace be with you all.



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Notas de rodapé:

4:1-2 - Paul instructs Timothy to preach the word, in season and out of season, with patience and teaching. Faithful preaching of the gospel is essential to maintaining the truth in a time of deception (see also 1 Corinthians 9:16 and Titus 2:15).

4:3-4 - Paul warns that times will come when people will not endure sound doctrine but will follow teachers who feed their own desires. Christian discernment is necessary to maintain truth in the midst of falsehood (see also Matthew 7:15-20 and 1 John 4:1).

4:6-8 - Paul reflects on his life and ministry, stating that he has fought the good fight, kept the faith, and awaits the crown of righteousness. Perseverance in faith is rewarded with eternal glory (see also Philippians 3:12-14 and Revelation 2:10).

4:9-13 - Paul asks Timothy to visit him, bringing his cloak and books. This request reveals the need for mutual support in the Christian life, both physical and spiritual (see also 2 Corinthians 13:11 and 1 Timothy 5:23).

Versículos relacionados com 2 Timothy, 4:

2 Timothy chapter 4 concludes Paul's ministerial testament. What is the apostle's final calling? This powerful text exhorts Timothy to preach the Word persistently, even in difficult times. The chapter covers topics such as faithfulness in ministry, coming judgment, and eternal reward. Paulo reflects on his life, claiming to have completed his race and kept the faith. He also mentions his collaborators and adversaries. Ponder with us five biblical passages that amplify the final teachings of this powerful chapter.

Acts 20:29-30: "I know that after my departure, fierce wolves will enter your midst and will not spare the flock. And men will arise from among yourselves who will distort the truth, in order to attract the disciples." - This warning from Paul to the elders of Ephesus echoes his concern in 2 Timothy 4:3-4 about people who will stray from the truth.

1 Corinthians 9:24-25: "Don't you know that of all those who run in the stadium, only one wins the prize? Run in such a way that you reach the prize. All who compete in the games undergo rigorous training to obtain a crown that soon perishes; but we do it to win a crown that lasts forever." - This athletic metaphor from Paul aligns with his statement in 2 Timothy 4:7-8 about having finished the race and receiving the crown of righteousness.

Philippians 1:23-24: "I am pressed on both sides: I want to go and be with Christ, which is much better; yet it is more necessary, for your sakes, that I remain in the body." - This dilemma of Paul's reflects his situation in 2 Timothy 4:6, where he talks about his imminent departure.

Colossians 4:14: "Our beloved brother Luke the doctor and Demas send you greetings." - This mention of Luke and Demas relates to 2 Timothy 4:10-11, where Paul talks about Demas abandoning him and Luke being with him.

Revelation 22:20: "He who bears witness to these things says, 'Yes, I am coming soon!' Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!" - This longing for Christ's coming echoes Paul's expectation of the "crown of righteousness" in 2 Timothy 4:8, which the Lord will give "to all who love his coming."

FAQ:

What does it mean to "preach the word in season and out of season"?

It means always being ready to share the gospel, regardless of the circumstances. (2 Timothy 4:2)

What was Paul’s warning about those who reject sound doctrine?

He said the time would come when people would reject the truth and follow teachers who tell them what they want to hear. (2 Timothy 4:3-4)

How did Paul describe his life at the end of his ministry?

Paul said he had fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:7)

What did Paul say about his crown of righteousness?

He stated that he would receive the crown of righteousness on the day of the Lord, reserved for all who have loved His appearing. (2 Timothy 4:8)

Who was Demas and why did Paul mention his attitude?

Demas abandoned Paul for the love of the world, serving as a warning about the need for perseverance in the faith. (2 Timothy 4:10)


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