Paul starts chapter 2 saying to Timothy: "Be strong in the grace of Christ Jesus... endure hardship as a soldier... run as an athlete... work hard like a farmer... remember that Jesus was raised from the dead and I am chained for his gospel... but God's word is not chained... so endure everything for the sake of the elect... for if we die with him we will also live with him... and if we endure we will also reign... if we disown him he will disown us... and if we are faithless he will remain faithful... so do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who doesn't need to be ashamed handling correctly the word of truth... avoid godless chatter... for God's solid foundation stands firm... and everyone who confesses Jesus must turn away from wickedness... and be an instrument for noble purposes made holy and useful to the Master... but flee the evil desires of youth... and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace... don't get involved with arguments and quarrels but be kind and teach the truth... in the hope that sinners will come to repentance".
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