2 Timothy 2:11

Grace and Perseverance · 2 Timothy 2:1–13
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Translations

Modern
This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;
Traditional
It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him:
Literal
Trustworthy is the word: For if we died together with Him, we will also live together with Him;
Latin
Fidelis sermo: nam si commortui sumus, et convivemus:

Original

Greek
English
This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;

Notes

a trustworthy saying: See study notes on 1 Timothy 1:15 and 2:5–6.

The apostle Paul’s suffering is an extension of the suffering of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes the crucifixion and resurrection as the core of the good news about Jesus (1:12; see also 1:8). Paul’s suffering, like Christ’s, helped bring salvation to others. Christ approves of those who suffer and endure with him.

Timothy is again told to be strong and endure suffering with Paul (2:1–7; see 1:8). Timothy should find motivation in the good news about Jesus and in Paul's example (2:8–13).

Parallels

Hebrews 12:1–3

Glossary

Confession Philetus Praise Timothy, Second Letter to

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