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2 Timothy 2
New American Standard Bible

Be Strong

2 You therefore, my [a](A)son, (B)be strong in the grace that is in (C)Christ Jesus. 2 The things (D)which you have heard from me in the presence of (E)many witnesses, (F)entrust these to (G)faithful [b]people who will be (H)able to teach others also. 3 (I)Suffer hardship with me, as a good (J)soldier of (K)Christ Jesus. 4 No soldier in active service (L)entangles himself in the affairs of everyday life, so that he may please the one who enlisted him. 5 And if someone likewise (M)competes as an athlete, he is not [c]crowned as victor unless he competes according to the rules. 6 (N)The hard-working farmer ought to be the first to receive his share of the crops. 7 Consider what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.

8 Remember Jesus Christ, (O)risen from the dead, (P)descendant of David, (Q)according to my gospel, 9 [d]for which I (R)suffer hardship even to (S)imprisonment as a (T)criminal; but (U)the word of God (V)is not imprisoned. 10 For this reason (W)I endure all things for (X)the sake of [e]those who are chosen, (Y)so that they also may obtain the (Z)salvation which is in (AA)Christ Jesus and with it (AB)eternal glory. 11 (AC)The statement is trustworthy:

For (AD)if we died with Him, we will also live with Him;
12 If we endure, (AE)we will also reign with Him;
If we [f](AF)deny Him, He will also deny us;
13 If we are faithless, (AG)He remains faithful, for (AH)He cannot deny Himself.

An Unashamed Worker

14 Remind them of these things, and solemnly (AI)exhort them in the presence of God not to (AJ)dispute about words, which is useless and leads to the ruin of the listeners. 15 Be diligent to (AK)present yourself approved to God as a worker who [g]does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling (AL)the word of truth. 16 But (AM)avoid (AN)worldly and empty chatter, for [h]it will lead to further ungodliness, 17 and their [i]talk will spread like [j]gangrene. Among them are (AO)Hymenaeus and Philetus, 18 men who have gone astray from the truth, claiming that (AP)the resurrection has already taken place; and they are jeopardizing (AQ)the faith of some. 19 Nevertheless, the (AR)firm foundation of God stands, having this (AS)seal: “(AT)The Lord knows those who are His;” and, “(AU)Everyone who names the name of the Lord is to keep away from wickedness.”

20 Now in a large house there are not only gold and silver implements, but also implements of wood and of earthenware, and (AV)some are for honor while others are for dishonor. 21 Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from (AW)these things, he will be an implement for honor, sanctified, useful to the Master, (AX)prepared for every good work. 22 Now (AY)flee from youthful lusts and pursue righteousness, (AZ)faith, love, and peace with those who (BA)call on the Lord (BB)from a pure heart. 23 But refuse foolish and ignorant (BC)speculations, knowing that they (BD)produce [k]quarrels. 24 (BE)The Lord’s bond-servant must not be quarrelsome, but be kind to all, (BF)skillful in teaching, patient when wronged, 25 (BG)with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition, (BH)if perhaps God may grant them repentance leading to (BI)the knowledge of the truth, 26 and they may come to their senses and escape from (BJ)the snare of the devil, having been (BK)held captive [l]by him to do his will.

Footnotes

  1. 2 Timothy 2:1 Or child
  2. 2 Timothy 2:2 Or men
  3. 2 Timothy 2:5 I.e., with a wreath
  4. 2 Timothy 2:9 Lit in which
  5. 2 Timothy 2:10 Or the chosen
  6. 2 Timothy 2:12 Lit will deny
  7. 2 Timothy 2:15 Or has no reason to
  8. 2 Timothy 2:16 Lit they will make further progress in ungodliness
  9. 2 Timothy 2:17 Lit word
  10. 2 Timothy 2:17 Or cancer
  11. 2 Timothy 2:23 Lit fightings
  12. 2 Timothy 2:26 Or by him, to do His will
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2 Timothy 2
New Life Version

Be a Good Soldier

2 So you, my son, be strong in the loving-favor of Christ Jesus. 2 What you have heard me say in front of many people, you must teach to faithful men. Then they will be able to teach others also. 3 Take your share of suffering as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4 No soldier fighting in a war can take time to make a living. He must please the one who made him a soldier. 5 Anyone who runs in a race must follow the rules to get the crown. 6 A hard-working farmer should receive first some of what he gathers from the field. 7 Think about these things and the Lord will help you understand them.

8 Remember this! Jesus Christ, Who was born from the early family of David, was raised from the dead! This is the Good News I preach. 9 I suffer much and am in prison as one who has done something very bad. I am in chains, but the Word of God is not chained. 10 I suffer all things so the people that God has chosen can be saved from the punishment of their sin through Jesus Christ. Then they will have God’s shining-greatness that lasts forever. 11 These things are true. If we die with Him, we will live with Him also. 12 If we suffer and stay true to Him, then we will be a leader with Him. If we say we do not know Him, He will say He does not know us. 13 If we have no faith, He will still be faithful for He cannot go against what He is.

Foolish Talk

14 Tell your people about these things again. In the name of the Lord, tell them not to argue over words that are not important. It helps no one and it hurts the faith of those who are listening. 15 Do your best to know that God is pleased with you. Be as a workman who has nothing to be ashamed of. Teach the words of truth in the right way. 16 Do not listen to foolish talk about things that mean nothing. It only leads people farther away from God. 17 Such talk will spread like cancer. Hymenaeus and Philetus are like this. 18 They have turned from the truth. They say the dead have already been raised. The faith of some people has been made weak because of such foolish talk. 19 But the truth of God cannot be changed. It says, “The Lord knows those who are His.” And, “Everyone who says he is a Christian must turn away from sin!”

20 In a big house there are not only things made of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay. Some are of more use than others. Some are used every day. 21 If a man lives a clean life, he will be like a dish made of gold. He will be respected and set apart for good use by the owner of the house.

22 Turn away from the sinful things young people want to do. Go after what is right. Have a desire for faith and love and peace. Do this with those who pray to God from a clean heart. 23 Let me say it again. Have nothing to do with foolish talk and those who want to argue. It can only lead to trouble. 24 A servant owned by God must not make trouble. He must be kind to everyone. He must be able to teach. He must be willing to suffer when hurt for doing good. 25 Be gentle when you try to teach those who are against what you say. God may change their hearts so they will turn to the truth. 26 Then they will know they had been held in a trap by the devil to do what he wanted them to do. But now they are able to get out of it.

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2 Timoteo 2
Nueva Biblia de las Américas

El buen soldado de Jesucristo

2 Tú, pues, hijo mío(A), fortalécete en la gracia(B) que hay en Cristo Jesús(C). 2 Y lo que has oído de mí(D) en la presencia de muchos testigos(E), eso encarga[a](F) a hombres fieles(G) que sean capaces de enseñar también a otros(H). 3 Sufre penalidades[b](I) conmigo, como buen soldado(J) de Cristo Jesús(K). 4 El soldado en servicio activo no se enreda(L) en los negocios de la vida diaria, a fin de poder agradar al que lo reclutó como soldado.

5 También el que[c] compite como atleta(M), no gana el premio[d] si no compite de acuerdo con las reglas[e]. 6 El labrador que trabaja(N) debe ser el primero en recibir su parte de los frutos[f]. 7 Considera lo que digo, pues el Señor te dará entendimiento en todo.

8 Acuérdate de Jesucristo, resucitado de entre los muertos(O), descendiente de David(P), conforme a mi evangelio(Q), 9 por[g] el cual sufro penalidades(R), hasta el encarcelamiento(S) como un malhechor(T). Pero la palabra de Dios(U) no está presa(V). 10 Por tanto, todo lo soporto(W) por amor a los escogidos(X), para que también ellos obtengan(Y) la salvación(Z) que está en Cristo Jesús(AA), y con ella gloria eterna(AB). 11 Palabra fiel es esta(AC):

Que si morimos con Él(AD), también viviremos con Él;
12 Si perseveramos, también reinaremos con Él(AE);
Si lo negamos[h](AF), Él también nos negará;
13 Si somos infieles[i], Él permanece fiel(AG), pues no puede negarse Él mismo(AH).

El buen obrero de Dios

14 Recuérdales esto, encargándoles(AI) solemnemente en la presencia de Dios, que no discutan sobre palabras(AJ), lo cual para nada aprovecha y lleva a los oyentes a la ruina. 15 Procura con diligencia presentarte a Dios aprobado(AK), como obrero que no tiene de qué avergonzarse, que maneja con precisión la palabra de verdad(AL). 16 Evita[j](AM) las palabrerías vacías y profanas(AN), porque los dados a ellas, conducirán más y más a la impiedad[k], 17 y su palabra[l] se extenderá como gangrena[m]. Entre ellos están Himeneo y Fileto(AO), 18 que se han desviado de la verdad diciendo que la resurrección ya tuvo lugar(AP), trastornando así la fe de algunos(AQ). 19 No obstante, el sólido fundamento de Dios permanece(AR) firme, teniendo este sello(AS): «El Señor conoce a los que son Suyos(AT)», y: «Que se aparte de la iniquidad todo aquel que menciona el nombre del Señor(AU)».

20 Ahora bien, en una casa grande no solamente hay vasos de oro y de plata, sino también de madera y de barro, y unos para honra y otros para deshonra(AV). 21 Por tanto, si alguien se limpia de estas cosas(AW), será un vaso para honra, santificado, útil para el Señor, preparado para toda buena obra(AX). 22 Huye, pues, de las pasiones juveniles(AY) y sigue[n] la justicia(AZ), la fe(BA), el amor y la paz, con los que invocan al Señor(BB) con[o] un corazón puro(BC). 23 Pero rechaza los razonamientos necios[p] e ignorantes(BD), sabiendo que producen[q] rencillas[r](BE).

24 El siervo del Señor(BF) no debe ser rencilloso, sino amable para con todos, apto para enseñar(BG), sufrido. 25 Debe reprender tiernamente a los que se oponen(BH), por si acaso Dios les da el arrepentimiento(BI) que conduce al pleno conocimiento de la verdad(BJ), 26 y volviendo en sí, escapen del lazo del diablo(BK), habiendo estado cautivos de él(BL) para hacer su voluntad.

Footnotes

  1. 2 Timoteo 2:2 O confía.
  2. 2 Timoteo 2:3 O trabajos, o fatigas.
  3. 2 Timoteo 2:5 Lit. si alguno.
  4. 2 Timoteo 2:5 Lit. no es coronado.
  5. 2 Timoteo 2:5 Lit. legítimamente.
  6. 2 Timoteo 2:6 O de la cosecha.
  7. 2 Timoteo 2:9 Lit. en.
  8. 2 Timoteo 2:12 Lit. si le negáremos.
  9. 2 Timoteo 2:13 O incrédulos.
  10. 2 Timoteo 2:16 Lit. Mas evita.
  11. 2 Timoteo 2:16 Lit. ellas progresarán más en la impiedad.
  12. 2 Timoteo 2:17 O conversación.
  13. 2 Timoteo 2:17 O cáncer.
  14. 2 Timoteo 2:22 O busca.
  15. 2 Timoteo 2:22 Lit. desde.
  16. 2 Timoteo 2:23 O las especulaciones necias.
  17. 2 Timoteo 2:23 Lit. engendran.
  18. 2 Timoteo 2:23 Lit. peleas.
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