2 Timothy 2:3-7
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3 Therefore suffer affliction as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4 No man who wars entangles himself with worldly business, because he wants to please him who has chosen him to be a soldier. 5 And though a man strive to win a competition, yet he is not crowned unless he strives lawfully. 6 The husbandman who labours must first receive of the fruits. 7 Consider what I say. May the Lord give you understanding in all things.
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2 Timothy 2:3-7
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3 Join with me in suffering,(A) like a good soldier(B) of Christ Jesus. 4 No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. 5 Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown(C) except by competing according to the rules. 6 The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops.(D) 7 Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.
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