2 Timothy, 2

9. it is on account of this that I have to put up with suffering, even to being chained like a criminal. But God's message cannot be chained up.

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Chapter 2 of Timothy's second epistle deals with a series of exhortations from the apostle Paul to Timóteo, his disciple and collaborator in the preaching of the Gospel. Among the topics covered are the need for perseverance in faith, the importance of the right and faithful teaching of Scripture, the need to avoid unstoppage strife and debates, and the importance of living according to the principles of the Gospel.

Proverbs 22:17-19: "Tilt your ear and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge; for it is pleasant to keep them within you, and together be ordained in your lips, that Your trust is in the Lord; I make you know today, yes, to you. " The verse highlights the importance of listening and keeping the words of wisdom, a theme present in chapter 2 of 2 Timothy, where Paul urges Timothy to teach the truth of God's Word.

Proverbs 23:12: "Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to the words of knowledge." This verse reinforces the importance of instruction and knowledge, themes that are mentioned in chapter 2 of 2 Timothy, where Paul encourages Timothy to faithfully transmit biblical teaching and not to engage in useless disputes.

1 Corinthians 9:25: "And everyone who struggles of everything abstains; they do so to reach a corruptible crown, but we are incorruptible." This verse highlights the importance of discipline and perseverance, themes that are mentioned in chapter 2 of 2 Timothy, where Paul encourages Timothy to persevere in faith and to devote himself to the work of proclaiming the gospel.

Ephesians 6:11: "Coat of all God's armor, that you may be firm against the shrewd cunning of the devil." This verse speaks of the need to be prepared to face the temptations and traps of the devil, a theme present in chapter 2 of 2 Timothy, where Paul warns Timothy to avoid strife and to move away from bad influences.

1 Peter 3:15: "Rather, sanctify Christ as Lord in your heart, always being prepared to answer everyone who asks you for the reason for the hope in you." This verse highlights the importance of being prepared to witness the faith in Jesus Christ, a theme that is mentioned in chapter 2 of 2 Timothy, where Paul encourages Timothy to be an approved worker, who is not ashamed of the Gospel.