Holman Christian Standard Bible CSB
New International Version NIV
1 You, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
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You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
2 And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, commit to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
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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 Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.
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Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.
4 To please the recruiter, no one serving as a soldier gets entangled in the concerns of everyday life.
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No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer.
5 Also, if anyone competes as an athlete, he is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.
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Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown except by competing according to the rules.
6 It is the hardworking farmer who ought to be the first to get a share of the crops.
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The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops.
7 Consider what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.
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Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.
8 Keep in mind Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, descended from David, according to my gospel.
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Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel,
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