2 Timothy 1:7
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
King James Version (1769) · public domain 2 Timothy 1:7
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About the Book of 2 Timothy
2 Timothy is Paul's last letter, written from a Roman prison as his execution draws near. It is his farewell to the young pastor and to the whole church — a charge to guard the gospel, endure hardship, and preach the word whatever the cost.
Its 4 chapters and 83 verses contain some of the most-quoted words in the Bible: "for God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind" (2 Timothy 1:7), and "all scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness" (2 Timothy 3:16). Paul's charge to Timothy — "preach the word; be instant in season, out of season" (2 Timothy 4:2) — is the church's marching orders, and his confidence rings through the centuries: "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7).
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Key themes in 2 Timothy
- Perseverance
- Scripture
- Courage
- Faithfulness
- Ministry
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Popular Verses from 2 Timothy
- 2 Timothy 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
- 2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
- 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
- 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.
- 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished [my] course, I have kept the faith:
- 2 Timothy 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Book of 2 Timothy about?
2 Timothy is Paul's farewell letter from prison, urging Timothy to fan into flame the gift of God, preach the word in every season, and hold fast to the inspired Scriptures, closing with Paul's confidence of a crown laid up for him.
How many chapters are in 2 Timothy?
The second letter to Timothy has 4 chapters and 83 verses in the King James Version (1769).