2 Timothy 1:8-9
What is written? (ESV)
Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began,
What does it say?
Therefore, don’t shrink back from God’s word, nor from me His prisoner, but likewise suffer for the gospel by God’s power. He saved us and called us to a holy calling. He didn’t save us because of anything we did, but because of His own purpose and grace, given in Christ Jesus before the world began.
What is its immediate context?
Paul’s second letter to a younger evangelist, Timothy. In both letters, he instructs him on matters of doctrine and congregational order, but this second letter includes mostly admonition for Timothy to remain strong in the faith.
How 2 Timothy 1:8-9 is applied across Bible answers
Is there an inward call of God?
Paul and Timothy shared in a "holy calling" - not because of who they were or the special roles they played in God's kingdom, but because they were saved by grace (like all other Christians).
