One Year Bible New Testament Sampler, Lakeside Haven - Flipbook - Page 30
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2 TIMOTHY 2:1-21
Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. 2You have
heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these
truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.
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Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4Soldiers don’t get tied up
in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. 5And
athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. 6And hardworking farmers should
be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor. 7Think about what I am saying. The Lord will help
you understand all these things.
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Always remember that Jesus Christ, a descendant of King David, was raised from the dead.
This is the Good News I preach. 9And because I preach this Good News, I am suffering and have
been chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained. 10So I am willing to endure
anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.
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This is a trustworthy saying:
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If we die with him,
we will also live with him.
If we endure hardship,
we will reign with him.
If we deny him,
he will deny us.
If we are unfaithful,
he remains faithful,
for he cannot deny who he is.
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Remind everyone about these things, and command them in God’s presence to stop fighting
over words. Such arguments are useless, and they can ruin those who hear them.
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Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker,
one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. 16Avoid
worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. 17This kind of talk spreads like
cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. 18They have left the path of truth, claiming that
the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people
away from the faith.
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But God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The LORD knows
those who are his,” and “All who belong to the LORD must turn away from evil.”
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In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood
and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. 21If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will
be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.
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