I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.

which is why I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me.

You are aware that all who are in Asia turned away from me, among whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes.

for which I am suffering, bound with chains as a criminal. But the word of God is not bound!

For among them are those who creep into households and capture weak women, burdened with sins and led astray by various passions,

For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come.

The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.