1 You, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace
2 and
3 Suffer together with
4 No one who serves as a soldier is entangled in the activities of
5 And also if anyone competes he is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.
6 The farmer who works hard must
7 Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will grant you understanding in all
8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David according to my gospel,
9 in connection with which I suffer misfortune to the point of
10 Because of this, I endure all
11 The saying
12 if we endure, we will also reign with
13 if we are unfaithful, he remains faithful,
14 Remind
15 Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, a worker having no need to be ashamed, guiding the word of truth along a straight path.
16 But avoid pointless chatter, for it will progress to greater ungodliness,
17 and their message
18 who have deviated concerning the truth
19 However, the solid foundation of God stands firm, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”
20 Now in a great house
21 Therefore, if someone cleanses himself from these
22 But flee from youthful desires, and pursue righteousness, faith, love,
23 But avoid foolish and uninformed controversies,
24 And the slave of the Lord must not quarrel, but be kind toward everyone, skillful in teaching, tolerant,
25 correcting those who are opposed with gentleness,
26 and they will come to their senses again