1 I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who willjudge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingly power:
2 proclaim the word; be persistent whether it is convenient or inconvenient; convince, reprimand, encourage through all patience and teaching.
3 For the time will come when people will not tolerate sound doctrine but, following their own desires and insatiable curiosity, will accumulate teachers
4 and will stop listening to the truth and will be diverted to myths.
5 But you, be self-possessed in all circumstances; put up with hardship; perform the work of an evangelist; fulfill your ministry.
6 For I am already being poured out like a libation, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7 I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith.
8 From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me, which the Lord, the just judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but to all who have longed for his appearance.
9 Try to join me soon,
10 for Demas, enamored of the present world, deserted me and went to Thessalonica, Crescens to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia.
11 Luke is the only one with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is helpful to me in the ministry.
12 I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus.
13 When you come, bring the cloak I left with Carpus in Troas, the papyrus rolls, and especially the parchments.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me a great deal of harm; the Lord will repay him according to his deeds.
15 You too be on guard against him, for he has strongly resisted our preaching.
16 At my first defense no one appeared on my behalf, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them!
17 But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the proclamation might be completed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was rescued from the lion's mouth.
18 The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat and will bring me safe to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory forever and ever. Amen.
19 Greet Prisca and Aquila and the family of Onesiphorus.
20 Erastus remained in Corinth, while I left Trophimus sick at Miletus.
21 Try to get here before winter. Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers send greetings.
22 The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with all of you.
Versículos relacionados com 2 Timothy, 4:
Chapter 4 of 2 Timothy deals with Timothy's responsibility to preach God's Word and maintain faith despite adversity. Paul advises Timothy to persevere in his mission and faithfully fulfill his ministry. In addition, Paul refers to his own life and ministry, recognizing that the end of his earthly life is close. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in 2 Timothy 4:
Proverbs 4:23: "About all that should be kept, keep your heart, for the exits of life proceed." This verse emphasizes the importance of keeping the heart and mind focused on God and His Word, something that is fundamental for Timothy to faithfully fulfill his mission.
1 Corinthians 15:58: "Therefore, my beloved brothers, firm and constant thirst, always abundant in the work of the Lord, knowing that your work is not go to the Lord." This verse encourages Timothy to remain firm in his work and to persevere, even in the midst of adversity.
Hebrews 12:1: "Therefore, so do we, for we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us all embarrass, and the sin that so closely surrounds us, and we patiently run the career that is proposed to us." This verse encourages Timothy to maintain faith and persevere, reminding him that he is not alone on his journey.
Philippians 3:14: "I proceed to the target for the prize of God's sovereign vocation in Christ Jesus." This verse encourages Timothy to focus on his mission and move on without giving up.
James 1:12: "Blessed is the man who supports temptation; for when proven, he will receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to those who love him." This verse encourages Timothy to resist temptation and persevere, reminding him that there is a reward for those who remain faithful to God.
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