Parallel Bible results for "2-timothy 2:1-8"

2 Timothy 2:1-8

New Revised Standard NRS

1 You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus;

2 and what you have heard from me through many witnesses entrust to faithful people who will be able to teach others as well.

3 Share in suffering like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

4 No one serving in the army gets entangled in everyday affairs; the soldier's aim is to please the enlisting officer.

5 And in the case of an athlete, no one is crowned without competing according to the rules.

6 It is the farmer who does the work who ought to have the first share of the crops.

7 Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in all things.

8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David—that is my gospel,

New International Version NIV

1 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.

3 Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

4 No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer.

5 Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown except by competing according to the rules.

6 The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops.

7 Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.

8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel,