Bible Book of 2 Timothy | Faithfulness to the End
Paul's final, personal charge to Timothy to be faithful in ministry and to guard the Gospel at all costs. 2 Timothy chapters explained with summary and commentary.
About 2 Timothy
Genre: Epistle. Theme: Faithfulness to the End
- Author
- Paul
- Date
- AD 66-67
- Read Time
- 15 mins
- Purpose
- Charge to Timothy to remain faithful.
- Key Verse
- 2 Tim 3:16 - All scripture is given by inspiration of God.
- Christ
- The Righteous Judge.
- Audience
- Timothy, as Paul faces imminent execution
- Significance
- Paul's final letter before martyrdom.
- Final Words
- Paul's last letter, written in a cold dungeon as he awaited martyrdom in Rome.
- Scripture Authority
- Affirms that all Scripture is 'God-breathed' and sufficient for every good work.
2 Timothy is a baton-passing letter, urging the next generation to 'preach the word' even as the world turns away.
A somber but triumphant memoir that views death as a 'departure' and a 'crown' of victory.
Jesus is the Righteous Judge (4:8) and the one who has abolished death (1:10).
Overview of 2 Timothy
2 Timothy 1 - Greeting
Paul, to Timothy my son. Fan into flame the gift of God. Share in suffering for the gospel. Hold to the standard of sound teaching.
2 Timothy 2 - Soliders of Christ
No soldier gets entangled with civilian affairs. Present yourself to God as an approved worker. Cleanse yourself for honourable use.
2 Timothy 3 - In the last Days those Perilous times
In the last days people will be proud and unholy. As for you, continue in what you have learned. All Scripture is inspired by God.
2 Timothy 4 - Preach the Word
Preach the word in and out of season. I have finished my race. Come to me soon with Mark. Beware of Alexander. The Lord be with you.