2 Timothy 2:3

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2 Timothy 2:1–5 · Berean Standard Bible

1 You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

2 And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well.

3 Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

4 A soldier refrains from entangling himself in civilian affairs, in order to please the one who enlisted him.

5 Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.

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