2 Timothy
Inspired Version (1:1)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus,
Greek (1:1)
KJV (1:1)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus,
Inspired Version (1:2)
To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
Greek (1:2)
KJV (1:2)
To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
Inspired Version (1:3)
I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day,
Greek (1:3)
Χάριν (Thankful) ἔχω (I am) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (to God), ᾧ (whom) λατρεύω (I serve) ἀπὸ (from) προγόνων (my forefathers) ἐν (with) καθαρᾷ (a pure) συνειδήσει (conscience), ὡς (as) ἀδιάλειπτον (unceasingly) ἔχω (I have) τὴν (the) περὶ (of) σοῦ (you) μνείαν (remembrance) ἐν (in) ταῖς (the) δεήσεσίν (prayers) μου (of me) νυκτὸς (night) καὶ (and) ἡμέρας (day),
KJV (1:3)
I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day;
Inspired Version (1:4)
Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy,
Greek (1:4)
KJV (1:4)
Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;
Inspired Version (1:5)
When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois and thy mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that in thee also.
Greek (1:5)
ὑπόμνησιν (remembrance) λαβὼν (having taken) τῆς (of the) ἐν (within) σοὶ (you) ἀνυποκρίτου (sincere) πίστεως (faith), ἥτις (which) ἐνῴκησεν (dwelt) πρῶτον (first) ἐν (in) τῇ (the) μάμμῃ (grandmother) σου (of you), Λωΐδι (Lois), καὶ (and) τῇ (in the) μητρί (mother) σου (of you), Εὐνίκῃ (Eunice); πέπεισμαι (I am persuaded) δὲ (now) ὅτι (that) καὶ (also) ἐν (it is in) σοί (you).
KJV (1:5)
When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.
Inspired Version (1:6)
Wherefore, I put thee in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
Greek (1:6)
KJV (1:6)
Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
Inspired Version (1:7)
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Greek (1:7)
KJV (1:7)
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Inspired Version (1:8)
Be not thou, therefore, ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner; but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God,
Greek (1:8)
Μὴ (Not) οὖν (therefore) ἐπαισχυνθῇς (you should be ashamed of) τὸ (the) μαρτύριον (testimony) τοῦ (of the) Κυρίου (Lord) ἡμῶν (of us), μηδὲ (nor) ἐμὲ (of me) τὸν (the) δέσμιον (prisoner) αὐτοῦ (of Him); ἀλλὰ (but) συνκακοπάθησον (suffer together) τῷ (for the) εὐαγγελίῳ (gospel), κατὰ (according to) δύναμιν (the power) Θεοῦ (of God),
KJV (1:8)
Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God;
Inspired Version (1:9)
Who hath saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,
Greek (1:9)
τοῦ (the One) σώσαντος (having saved) ἡμᾶς (us), καὶ (and) καλέσαντος (having called us) κλήσει (with a calling) ἁγίᾳ (holy), οὐ (not) κατὰ (according to) τὰ (the) ἔργα (works) ἡμῶν (of us), ἀλλὰ (but) κατὰ (according to) ἰδίαν (His own) πρόθεσιν (purpose) καὶ (and) χάριν (grace), τὴν (‑) δοθεῖσαν (having been given) ἡμῖν (us) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus) πρὸ (before) χρόνων (time) αἰωνίων (eternal),
KJV (1:9)
Who hath saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,
Inspired Version (1:10)
But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Savior Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel,
Greek (1:10)
φανερωθεῖσαν (having been made manifest) δὲ (also) νῦν (now) διὰ (by) τῆς (the) ἐπιφανείας (appearing) τοῦ (of the) Σωτῆρος (Savior) ἡμῶν (of us), Χριστοῦ (Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus), καταργήσαντος (having abolished) μὲν (indeed) τὸν (‑) θάνατον (death), φωτίσαντος (having brought to light) δὲ (now) ζωὴν (life) καὶ (and) ἀφθαρσίαν (immortality), διὰ (through) τοῦ (the) εὐαγγελίου (gospel),
KJV (1:10)
But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:
Inspired Version (1:11)
Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles,
Greek (1:11)
KJV (1:11)
Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.
Inspired Version (1:12)
For the which cause I also suffer these things; nevertheless, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
Greek (1:12)
Δι’ (For) ἣν (this) αἰτίαν (reason) καὶ (also) ταῦτα (these things) πάσχω (I suffer). ἀλλ’ (But) οὐκ (not) ἐπαισχύνομαι (I am ashamed); οἶδα (I know) γὰρ (for) ᾧ (whom) πεπίστευκα (I have believed), καὶ (and) πέπεισμαι (I am persuaded) ὅτι (that) δυνατός (able) ἐστιν (He is) τὴν (the) παραθήκην (deposit entrusted) μου (of me) φυλάξαι (to guard) εἰς (for) ἐκείνην (that) τὴν (‑) ἡμέραν (day).
KJV (1:12)
For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
Inspired Version (1:13)
Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
Greek (1:13)
KJV (1:13)
Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
Inspired Version (1:14)
That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
Greek (1:14)
KJV (1:14)
That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
Inspired Version (1:15)
This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me, of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.
Greek (1:15)
KJV (1:15)
This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.
Inspired Version (1:16)
The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chain;
Greek (1:16)
KJV (1:16)
The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:
Inspired Version (1:17)
But when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently and found me.
Greek (1:17)
KJV (1:17)
But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me.
Inspired Version (1:18)
The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day; and in how many things he ministered unto me at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.
Greek (1:18)
KJV (1:18)
The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in how many things he ministered unto me at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.
Inspired Version (2:1)
Thou, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Greek (2:1)
KJV (2:1)
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Inspired Version (2:2)
And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.
Greek (2:2)
καὶ (And) ἃ (the things which) ἤκουσας (you have heard) παρ’ (from) ἐμοῦ (me) διὰ (among) πολλῶν (many) μαρτύρων (witnesses), ταῦτα (these) παράθου (entrust) πιστοῖς (to faithful) ἀνθρώποις (men), οἵτινες (such as) ἱκανοὶ (sufficient) ἔσονται (will be) καὶ (also) ἑτέρους (others) διδάξαι (to teach).
KJV (2:2)
And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.
Inspired Version (2:3)
Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.
Greek (2:3)
Συνκακοπάθησον (Share in suffering) ὡς (as) καλὸς (a good) στρατιώτης (soldier) Χριστοῦ (of Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus).
KJV (2:3)
Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.
Inspired Version (2:4)
No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.
Greek (2:4)
οὐδεὶς (No one) στρατευόμενος (serving as a soldier) ἐμπλέκεται (entangles himself) ταῖς (in the) τοῦ (of this) βίου (life) πραγματείαις (affairs), ἵνα (that) τῷ (the one) στρατολογήσαντι (having enlisted him), ἀρέσῃ (he might please).
KJV (2:4)
No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.
Inspired Version (2:5)
And if a man also strive for masteries, he is not crowned, except he strive lawfully.
Greek (2:5)
KJV (2:5)
And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.
Inspired Version (2:6)
The husbandman that laboreth must be first partaker of the fruits.
Greek (2:6)
KJV (2:6)
The husbandman that laboreth must be first partaker of the fruits.
Inspired Version (2:7)
Consider what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.
Greek (2:7)
KJV (2:7)
Consider what I say; and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.
Inspired Version (2:8)
Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead, according to the gospel,
Greek (2:8)
KJV (2:8)
Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead according to my gospel:
Inspired Version (2:9)
Wherein I suffer trouble as an evildoer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound.
Greek (2:9)
KJV (2:9)
Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound.
Inspired Version (2:10)
Therefore, I endure all things for the elect's sake, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
Greek (2:10)
διὰ (Because of) τοῦτο (this), πάντα (all things) ὑπομένω (I endure) διὰ (for the sake of) τοὺς (the) ἐκλεκτούς (elect), ἵνα (so that) καὶ (also) αὐτοὶ (they) σωτηρίας (the salvation) τύχωσιν (may obtain) τῆς (that is) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus), μετὰ (with) δόξης (glory) αἰωνίου (eternal).
KJV (2:10)
Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sake, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
Inspired Version (2:11)
For this is a faithful saying: If we be dead with him, we shall also live with him;
Greek (2:11)
KJV (2:11)
It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him:
Inspired Version (2:12)
If we suffer, we shall also reign with him; if we deny him, he also will deny us;
Greek (2:12)
εἰ (if) ὑπομένομεν (we endure), καὶ (also) συμβασιλεύσομεν* (we will reign together with Him); εἰ (if) ἀρνησόμεθα (we will deny Him), κἀκεῖνος (He also) ἀρνήσεται (will deny) ἡμᾶς (us);
KJV (2:12)
If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us:
Inspired Version (2:13)
If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful; he cannot deny himself.
Greek (2:13)
εἰ (if) ἀπιστοῦμεν (we are faithless), ἐκεῖνος (He) πιστὸς (faithful) μένει (remains); ἀρνήσασθαι (to deny) γὰρ (for) ἑαυτὸν (Himself), οὐ (not) δύναται (He is able).
KJV (2:13)
If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.
Inspired Version (2:14)
Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers.
Greek (2:14)
Ταῦτα (These things) ὑπομίμνῃσκε (remind them), διαμαρτυρόμενος (solemnly charging them) ἐνώπιον (before) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God) μὴ (not) λογομαχεῖν (to quarrel about words), ἐπ’ (for) οὐδὲν (nothing) χρήσιμον (profitable) ἐπὶ (but to) καταστροφῇ (the subversion) τῶν (of those) ἀκουόντων (hearing).
KJV (2:14)
Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers.
Inspired Version (2:15)
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Greek (2:15)
Σπούδασον (Hasten) σεαυτὸν (yourself), δόκιμον (approved) παραστῆσαι (to present) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (to God) ἐργάτην (a workman) ἀνεπαίσχυντον (not ashamed), ὀρθοτομοῦντα (accurately handling) τὸν (the) λόγον (word) τῆς (‑) ἀληθείας (of truth).
KJV (2:15)
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Inspired Version (2:16)
But shun profane and vain babblings; for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Greek (2:16)
Τὰς (‑) δὲ (But) βεβήλους (worldly), κενοφωνίας (empty babblings) περιΐστασο (avoid), ἐπὶ (on) πλεῖον (to more) γὰρ (for) προκόψουσιν (they will lead) ἀσεβείας (ungodliness),
KJV (2:16)
But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Inspired Version (2:17)
And their word will eat as doth a canker, of whom is Hymeneus and Philetus,
Greek (2:17)
KJV (2:17)
And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymeneus and Philetus;
Inspired Version (2:18)
Who, concerning the truth, have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already, and overthrow the faith of some.
Greek (2:18)
KJV (2:18)
Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.
Inspired Version (2:19)
Nevertheless, the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal: The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
Greek (2:19)
Ὁ (‑) μέντοι (Nevertheless), στερεὸς (the firm) θεμέλιος (foundation) τοῦ (of) Θεοῦ (God) ἕστηκεν (stands), ἔχων (having) τὴν (the) σφραγῖδα (seal) ταύτην (this): “Ἔγνω (Knows) Κύριος (the Lord) τοὺς (those) ὄντας (being) αὐτοῦ (His),” καί (and), “Ἀποστήτω (Let depart) ἀπὸ (from) ἀδικίας (iniquity) πᾶς (everyone) ὁ (‑) ὀνομάζων (naming) τὸ (the) ὄνομα (name) Κυρίου (of the Lord).”
KJV (2:19)
Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
Inspired Version (2:20)
But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth, and some to honor, and some to dishonor.
Greek (2:20)
Ἐν (In) μεγάλῃ (a great) δὲ (now) οἰκίᾳ (house), οὐκ (not) ἔστιν (there are) μόνον (only) σκεύη (vessels) χρυσᾶ (golden) καὶ (and) ἀργυρᾶ (silver), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) ξύλινα (wooden) καὶ (and) ὀστράκινα (earthen); καὶ (and) ἃ (some) μὲν (indeed) εἰς (unto) τιμὴν (honor), ἃ (some) δὲ (however) εἰς (unto) ἀτιμίαν (dishonor).
KJV (2:20)
But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor.
Inspired Version (2:21)
If a man, therefore, purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.
Greek (2:21)
ἐὰν (If) οὖν (therefore) τις (anyone) ἐκκαθάρῃ (shall have cleansed) ἑαυτὸν (himself) ἀπὸ (from) τούτων (these), ἔσται (he will be) σκεῦος (a vessel) εἰς (for) τιμήν (honor), ἡγιασμένον (having been sanctified), εὔχρηστον (useful) τῷ (to the) δεσπότῃ (Master), εἰς (for) πᾶν (every) ἔργον (work) ἀγαθὸν (good) ἡτοιμασμένον (having been prepared).
KJV (2:21)
If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.
Inspired Version (2:22)
Flee also youthful lusts; but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
Greek (2:22)
Τὰς (‑) δὲ (And) νεωτερικὰς (youthful) ἐπιθυμίας (lusts) φεῦγε (flee); δίωκε (pursue) δὲ (now) δικαιοσύνην (righteousness), πίστιν (faith), ἀγάπην (love), εἰρήνην (and peace), μετὰ (along with) τῶν (those) ἐπικαλουμένων (calling on) τὸν (the) Κύριον (Lord) ἐκ (out of) καθαρᾶς (pure) καρδίας (a heart).
KJV (2:22)
Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
Inspired Version (2:23)
But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes.
Greek (2:23)
KJV (2:23)
But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes.
Inspired Version (2:24)
And the servant of the Lord must not strive but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,
Greek (2:24)
KJV (2:24)
And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,
Inspired Version (2:25)
In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves, if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth,
Greek (2:25)
KJV (2:25)
In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;
Inspired Version (2:26)
And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.
Greek (2:26)
KJV (2:26)
And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.
Inspired Version (3:1)
This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.
Greek (3:1)
KJV (3:1)
This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.
Inspired Version (3:2)
For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,
Greek (3:2)
KJV (3:2)
For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,
Inspired Version (3:3)
Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,
Greek (3:3)
KJV (3:3)
Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,
Inspired Version (3:4)
Traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God,
Greek (3:4)
KJV (3:4)
Traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;
Inspired Version (3:5)
Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof. From such turn away.
Greek (3:5)
KJV (3:5)
Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
Inspired Version (3:6)
For of this sort are they which creep into houses and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,
Greek (3:6)
Ἐκ (Out of) τούτων (this sort) γάρ (for) εἰσιν (are) οἱ (those) ἐνδύνοντες (entering) εἰς (into) τὰς (‑) οἰκίας (households) καὶ (and) αἰχμαλωτίζοντες (taking captive) γυναικάρια (weak women), σεσωρευμένα (burdened) ἁμαρτίαις (with sins), ἀγόμενα (being led away) ἐπιθυμίαις (by passions) ποικίλαις (various),
KJV (3:6)
For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,
Inspired Version (3:7)
Ever learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
Greek (3:7)
KJV (3:7)
Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
Inspired Version (3:8)
Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth--men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.
Greek (3:8)
ὃν (By which) τρόπον (way) δὲ (now) Ἰάννης (Jannes) καὶ (and) Ἰαμβρῆς (Jambres) ἀντέστησαν (opposed) Μωϋσεῖ (Moses), οὕτως (so) καὶ (also) οὗτοι (these) ἀνθίστανται (oppose) τῇ (the) ἀληθείᾳ (truth), ἄνθρωποι (men) κατεφθαρμένοι (being depraved) τὸν (‑) νοῦν (in mind), ἀδόκιμοι (disqualified) περὶ (regarding) τὴν (the) πίστιν (faith).
KJV (3:8)
Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.
Inspired Version (3:9)
But they shall proceed no further; for their folly shall be manifest unto all men, as theirs also was.
Greek (3:9)
KJV (3:9)
But they shall proceed no further: for their folly shall be manifest unto all men, as theirs also was.
Inspired Version (3:10)
But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, long-suffering, charity, patience,
Greek (3:10)
KJV (3:10)
But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, long-suffering, charity, patience,
Inspired Version (3:11)
Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra. What persecutions I endured! But out of them all the Lord delivered me.
Greek (3:11)
τοῖς (‑) διωγμοῖς (persecutions), τοῖς (‑) παθήμασιν (sufferings) οἷά (such as) μοι (to me) ἐγένετο (happened) ἐν (in) Ἀντιοχείᾳ (Antioch), ἐν (in) Ἰκονίῳ (Iconium), ἐν (in) Λύστροις (Lystra); οἵους (what manner of) διωγμοὺς (persecutions) ὑπήνεγκα (I endured)! καὶ (And yet) ἐκ (out of) πάντων (all), με (me) ἐρρύσατο (delivered) ὁ (the) Κύριος (Lord).
KJV (3:11)
Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me.
Inspired Version (3:12)
Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Greek (3:12)
KJV (3:12)
Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Inspired Version (3:13)
For evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived.
Greek (3:13)
KJV (3:13)
But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.
Inspired Version (3:14)
But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them,
Greek (3:14)
KJV (3:14)
But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
Inspired Version (3:15)
And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
Greek (3:15)
KJV (3:15)
And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
Inspired Version (3:16)
And all scripture given by inspiration of God is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness,
Greek (3:16)
πᾶσα (Every) γραφὴ (Scripture is) θεόπνευστος (God‑breathed) καὶ (and) ὠφέλιμος (profitable) πρὸς (for) διδασκαλίαν (instruction), πρὸς (for) ἐλεγμόν (conviction), πρὸς (for) ἐπανόρθωσιν (correction), πρὸς (and for) παιδείαν (training) τὴν (‑) ἐν (in) δικαιοσύνῃ (righteousness),
KJV (3:16)
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
Inspired Version (3:17)
That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
Greek (3:17)
KJV (3:17)
That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
Inspired Version (4:1)
I charge thee, therefore, before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing in his kingdom:
Greek (4:1)
Διαμαρτύρομαι (I earnestly declare) ἐνώπιον (before) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God) καὶ (and) Χριστοῦ (Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus), τοῦ (the One) μέλλοντος (being about) κρίνειν (to judge) ζῶντας (the living) καὶ (and) νεκρούς (the dead), καὶ (and) τὴν (by the) ἐπιφάνειαν (appearing) αὐτοῦ (of Him) καὶ (and) τὴν (the) βασιλείαν (kingdom) αὐτοῦ (of Him):
KJV (4:1)
I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;
Inspired Version (4:2)
Preach the word; be instant in season; those who are out of season reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long-suffering and doctrine.
Greek (4:2)
κήρυξον (Preach) τὸν (the) λόγον (word); ἐπίστηθι (be ready) εὐκαίρως (in season) ἀκαίρως (and out of season); ἔλεγξον (convict), ἐπιτίμησον (rebuke), παρακάλεσον (and exhort), ἐν (with) πάσῃ (complete) μακροθυμίᾳ (patience) καὶ (and) διδαχῇ (instruction).
KJV (4:2)
Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long-suffering and doctrine.
Inspired Version (4:3)
For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
Greek (4:3)
Ἔσται (There will be) γὰρ (for) καιρὸς (a time) ὅτε (when) τῆς (‑) ὑγιαινούσης (sound) διδασκαλίας (teaching) οὐκ (not) ἀνέξονται (they will endure), ἀλλὰ (but) κατὰ (according to) τὰς (the) ἰδίας (own) ἐπιθυμίας (desires), ἑαυτοῖς (to themselves) ἐπισωρεύσουσιν (they will gather around them) διδασκάλους (teachers), κνηθόμενοι (having an itching) τὴν (‑) ἀκοήν (ear),
KJV (4:3)
For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
Inspired Version (4:4)
And they shall turn away their ears from the truth and shall be turned unto fables.
Greek (4:4)
KJV (4:4)
And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
Inspired Version (4:5)
But watch thou in all things; endure afflictions; do the work of an evangelist; make full proof of thy ministry.
Greek (4:5)
Σὺ (You) δὲ (however), νῆφε (be sober) ἐν (in) πᾶσιν (all things), κακοπάθησον (endure afflictions), ἔργον (the work) ποίησον (do) εὐαγγελιστοῦ (of an evangelist), τὴν (the) διακονίαν (ministry) σου (of you) πληροφόρησον (fully carry out).
KJV (4:5)
But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.
Inspired Version (4:6)
For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
Greek (4:6)
KJV (4:6)
For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
Inspired Version (4:7)
I have fought a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith;
Greek (4:7)
KJV (4:7)
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
Inspired Version (4:8)
Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day--and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
Greek (4:8)
λοιπὸν (From now on) ἀπόκειταί (is laid up) μοι (for me) ὁ (the) τῆς (‑) δικαιοσύνης (of righteousness) στέφανος (crown), ὃν (which) ἀποδώσει (will award) μοι (to me) ὁ (the) κύριος (Lord) ἐν (in) ἐκείνῃ (that) τῇ (‑) ἡμέρᾳ (day), ὁ (the) δίκαιος (righteous) κριτής (judge); οὐ (not) μόνον (only) δὲ (however) ἐμοὶ (to me), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) πᾶσι (to all) τοῖς (those) ἠγαπηκόσι (loving) τὴν (the) ἐπιφάνειαν (appearing) αὐτοῦ (of Him).
KJV (4:8)
Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
Inspired Version (4:9)
Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me;
KJV (4:9)
Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:
Inspired Version (4:10)
For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica, Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.
Greek (4:10)
KJV (4:10)
For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.
Inspired Version (4:11)
Only Luke is with me. Take Mark and bring him with thee, for he is profitable to me for the ministry.
Greek (4:11)
KJV (4:11)
Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.
Inspired Version (4:12)
And Tychicus have I sent to Ephesus.
KJV (4:12)
And Tychicus have I sent to Ephesus.
Inspired Version (4:13)
The cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring with thee, and the books, but especially the parchments.
Greek (4:13)
KJV (4:13)
The cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring with thee, and the books, but especially the parchments.
Inspired Version (4:14)
Alexander, the coppersmith, did me much evil; the Lord reward him according to his works,
Greek (4:14)
KJV (4:14)
Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:
Inspired Version (4:15)
Of whom be thou ware; for he hath greatly withstood our words.
Greek (4:15)
KJV (4:15)
Of whom be thou ware also; for he hath greatly withstood our words.
Inspired Version (4:16)
At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me; I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge.
Greek (4:16)
KJV (4:16)
At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me: I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge.
Inspired Version (4:17)
Notwithstanding, the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, that by me the preaching might be fully known and that all the Gentiles might hear; and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.
Greek (4:17)
ὁ (‑) δὲ (And) Κύριός (the Lord) μοι (me) παρέστη (stood by) καὶ (and) ἐνεδυνάμωσέν (strengthened) με (me), ἵνα (so that) δι’ (through) ἐμοῦ (me) τὸ (the) κήρυγμα (proclamation) πληροφορηθῇ (would be fully accomplished), καὶ (and) ἀκούσωσιν (should hear) πάντα (all) τὰ (the) ἔθνη (Gentiles). καὶ (And) ἐρρύσθην (I was delivered) ἐκ (out of) στόματος (the mouth) λέοντος (of the lion).
KJV (4:17)
Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.
Inspired Version (4:18)
And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Greek (4:18)
ῥύσεταί (Will deliver) με (me) ὁ (the) Κύριος (Lord) ἀπὸ (from) παντὸς (every) ἔργου (deed) πονηροῦ (evil) καὶ (and) σώσει (will bring me safely) εἰς (into) τὴν (the) βασιλείαν (kingdom) αὐτοῦ (of Him) τὴν (‑) ἐπουράνιον (heavenly), ᾧ (to whom is) ἡ (the) δόξα (glory) εἰς (unto) τοὺς (the) αἰῶνας (ages) τῶν (of the) αἰώνων (ages). ἀμήν (Amen).
KJV (4:18)
And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Inspired Version (4:19)
Salute Prisca, and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.
Greek (4:19)
KJV (4:19)
Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.
Inspired Version (4:20)
Erastus abode at Corinth; but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.
Greek (4:20)
KJV (4:20)
Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.
Inspired Version (4:21)
Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.
Greek (4:21)
KJV (4:21)
Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.
Inspired Version (4:22)
The Lord Jesus Christ be with you, and grace be with you all. Amen.
Greek (4:22)
KJV (4:22)
The Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.