English Bible Presentation Sharing - 2-Timothy Book, chapter 2, verse 6 in Net Version

2 Timothy 2 : 1 (NET)

So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 2 : 2 (NET)

And entrust what you heard me say in the presence of many others as witnesses to faithful people who will be competent to teach others as well.

2 Timothy 2 : 3 (NET)

Take your share of suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 2 : 4 (NET)

No one in military service gets entangled in matters of everyday life; otherwise he will not please the one who recruited him.

2 Timothy 2 : 5 (NET)

Also, if anyone competes as an athlete, he will not be crowned as the winner unless he competes according to the rules.

2 Timothy 2 : 6 (NET)

The farmer who works hard ought to have the first share of the crops.

2 Timothy 2 : 7 (NET)

Think about what I am saying and the Lord will give you understanding of all this.

2 Timothy 2 : 8 (NET)

Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David; such is my gospel,

2 Timothy 2 : 9 (NET)

for which I suffer hardship to the point of imprisonment as a criminal, but God's message is not imprisoned!

2 Timothy 2 : 10 (NET)

So I endure all things for the sake of those chosen by God, that they too may obtain salvation in Christ Jesus and its eternal glory.

2 Timothy 2 : 11 (NET)

This saying is trustworthy: If we died with him, we will also live with him.

2 Timothy 2 : 12 (NET)

If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we deny him, he will also deny us.

2 Timothy 2 : 13 (NET)

If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, since he cannot deny himself.

2 Timothy 2 : 14 (NET)

Remind people of these things and solemnly charge them before the Lord not to wrangle over words. This is of no benefit; it just brings ruin on those who listen.

2 Timothy 2 : 15 (NET)

Make every effort to present yourself before God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed, teaching the message of truth accurately.

2 Timothy 2 : 16 (NET)

But avoid profane chatter, because those occupied with it will stray further and further into ungodliness,

2 Timothy 2 : 17 (NET)

and their message will spread its infection like gangrene. Hymenaeus and Philetus are in this group.

2 Timothy 2 : 18 (NET)

They have strayed from the truth by saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and they are undermining some people's faith.

2 Timothy 2 : 19 (NET)

However, God's solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: "The Lord knows those who are his," and "Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from evil."

2 Timothy 2 : 20 (NET)

Now in a wealthy home there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also ones made of wood and of clay, and some are for honorable use, but others for ignoble use.

2 Timothy 2 : 21 (NET)

So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.

2 Timothy 2 : 22 (NET)

But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

2 Timothy 2 : 23 (NET)

But reject foolish and ignorant controversies, because you know they breed infighting.

2 Timothy 2 : 24 (NET)

And the Lord's slave must not engage in heated disputes but be kind toward all, an apt teacher, patient,

2 Timothy 2 : 25 (NET)

correcting opponents with gentleness. Perhaps God will grant them repentance and then knowledge of the truth

2 Timothy 2 : 26 (NET)

and they will come to their senses and escape the devil's trap where they are held captive to do his will.