2 Timothy 1 Footnotes PLUS Share Close Share Tweet Save PREVIOUS 2 Timothy Introduction NEXT 2 Timothy 2 Footnotes 1:7 Paul encouraged strength and confidence in God, since cowardice before nonbelievers might thwart gospel witness. His words do not contradict the familiar imperative to “fear” the Lord (Lv 25:17; Dt 6:2,13; Mt 10:28; Lk 12:5; 1Pt 1:17). PREVIOUS 2 Timothy Introduction NEXT 2 Timothy 2 Footnotes