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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/2_timothy/2.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/2_timothy/2.htm">New International Version</a> You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nlt/2_timothy/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. <a href="/esv/2_timothy/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, <a href="/bsb/2_timothy/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/blb/2_timothy/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/2.htm">King James Bible</a> Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nkjv/2_timothy/2.htm">New King James Version</a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nasb_/2_timothy/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nasb77/2_timothy/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/lsb/2_timothy/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/amp/2_timothy/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So you, my son, be strong [constantly strengthened] and empowered in the grace that is [to be found only] in Christ Jesus. <a href="/csb/2_timothy/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> You, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/hcsb/2_timothy/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> You, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/asv/2_timothy/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> Thou therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/cev/2_timothy/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Timothy, my child, you must let Christ Jesus make you strong by his gift of undeserved grace. <a href="/erv/2_timothy/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> Thou therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/gwt/2_timothy/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> My child, find your source of strength in the kindness of Christ Jesus. <a href="/gnt/2_timothy/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> As for you, my son, be strong through the grace that is ours in union with Christ Jesus. <a href="/isv/2_timothy/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> As for you, my child, be strong by the grace that is in the Messiah Jesus. <a href="/msb/2_timothy/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/net/2_timothy/2.htm">NET Bible</a> So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nheb/2_timothy/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> You therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/wbt/2_timothy/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> You then, my child, must be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/web/2_timothy/2.htm">World English Bible</a> You therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_timothy/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> You, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that [is] in Christ Jesus, <a href="/blb/2_timothy/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/ylt/2_timothy/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Thou, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus, <a href="/slt/2_timothy/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Thou therefore, my child, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_timothy/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus: <a href="/cpdv/2_timothy/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And as for you, my son, be strengthened by the grace which is in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nabre/2_timothy/2.htm">New American Bible</a> So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/nrsvce/2_timothy/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus;<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_timothy/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> YOU, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_timothy/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> You therefore, my son, be strengthened in the grace which is in Yeshua The Messiah,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/2_timothy/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Do you, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus; <a href="/godbey/2_timothy/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Therefore, my child, be thou filled up with dynamite in the grace which is in Christ Jesus, <a href="/haweis/2_timothy/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> THOU therefore, my son, be mighty in the grace which is in Jesus Christ. <a href="/mace/2_timothy/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> As for you, my son, strenuously acquit yourself of the charge you have receiv'd from Christ Jesus. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> You then, my child, must be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/worrell/2_timothy/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Do you, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. <a href="/worsley/2_timothy/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus: <a href="/parallel/2_timothy/2-1.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FxoCLii8Z48?start=180" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_timothy/2.htm">Grace and Perseverance</a> 1<a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: Sy (PPro-N2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You</a> <a href="/greek/3767.htm" title="3767: oun (Conj) -- Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.">therefore,</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">my</a> <a href="/greek/5043.htm" title="5043: teknon (N-VNS) -- A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child.">child,</a> <a href="/greek/1743.htm" title="1743: endynamou (V-PMM/P-2S) -- To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower.">be strong</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5485.htm" title="5485: chariti (N-DFS) -- From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.">grace</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">that is</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christō (N-DMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-DMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus.</a> 2And 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.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a> I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a> Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. <a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">1 Corinthians 16:13</a> Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. <a href="/1_timothy/1-12.htm">1 Timothy 1:12</a> I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, that He considered me faithful and appointed me to service. <a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9-10</a> But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. <a href="/colossians/1-11.htm">Colossians 1:11</a> being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a> And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you. <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Romans 5:2</a> through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. <a href="/1_timothy/6-12.htm">1 Timothy 6:12</a> Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession before many witnesses. <a href="/hebrews/13-9.htm">Hebrews 13:9</a> Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace and not by foods of no value to those devoted to them. <a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Joshua 1:6-9</a> Be strong and courageous, for you shall give these people the inheritance of the land that I swore to their fathers I would give them. / Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. / This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do. ... <a href="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29-31</a> He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. <a href="/zechariah/4-6.htm">Zechariah 4:6</a> So he said to me, “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of Hosts. <a href="/psalms/27-14.htm">Psalm 27:14</a> Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD! <a href="/psalms/31-24.htm">Psalm 31:24</a> Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.my.<a href="/2_timothy/1-2.htm">2 Timothy 1:2</a> To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.See on<a href="/1_timothy/1-2.htm">1 Timothy 1:2,18</a> Unto Timothy, my own son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord… be.<a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a> For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.<a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Joshua 1:7</a> Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest.<a href="/haggai/2-4.htm">Haggai 2:4</a> Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, saith the LORD; and be strong, O Joshua, son of Josedech, the high priest; and be strong, all ye people of the land, saith the LORD, and work: for I am with you, saith the LORD of hosts:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_timothy/1-2.htm">Child</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-13.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-9.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-13.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-12.htm">Strengthened</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-12.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_timothy/3-15.htm">Child</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-3.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-22.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-3.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-17.htm">Strengthened</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-22.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">2 Timothy 2</div>1. <a href="/2_timothy/2-1.htm">Timothy is exhorted again to constancy and perseverance.</a> 17. <a href="/2_timothy/2-17.htm">Of Hymenaeus and Philetus.</a> 19. <a href="/2_timothy/2-19.htm">The foundation of the Lord is sure.</a> 22. <a href="/2_timothy/2-22.htm">He is taught whereof to beware, and what to follow after.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_timothy/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_timothy/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_timothy/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>You therefore, my child Paul addresses Timothy with a term of endearment, "my child," indicating a close spiritual relationship. Timothy is not Paul's biological son but his spiritual son, having been mentored and nurtured in the faith by Paul. This reflects the early Christian practice of discipleship, where mature believers would guide newer converts. The use of "therefore" connects this verse to the preceding context, where Paul discusses the challenges and sufferings for the gospel. It emphasizes the personal nature of the letter and the responsibility Timothy has to carry on Paul's mission.be strong The imperative "be strong" suggests an active, ongoing effort. In the original Greek, the verb implies being empowered or strengthened, often by an external source. This strength is not self-derived but is a divine enablement. The call to strength is a common biblical theme, seen in <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a> and <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a>, where believers are encouraged to find their strength in God. It acknowledges the spiritual battles Timothy will face and the need for divine empowerment to endure and overcome.in the grace Grace is a central theme in Paul's writings, representing unmerited favor and divine assistance. Here, it is the source of Timothy's strength. Grace is not only the means of salvation but also the power for living a Christian life. This grace is transformative, enabling believers to fulfill their calling. The concept of grace as empowerment is echoed in <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">1 Corinthians 15:10</a>, where Paul attributes his labor to the grace of God working in him.that is in Christ Jesus The phrase "in Christ Jesus" signifies the believer's union with Christ, a foundational doctrine in the New Testament. This union is the source of all spiritual blessings, including grace. It emphasizes that the strength and grace Timothy needs are found in his relationship with Christ. This connection to Christ is a recurring theme in Paul's letters, underscoring the believer's identity and resources in Him. The phrase also points to the exclusivity of Christ as the source of true grace and strength, aligning with <a href="/john/15-5.htm">John 15:5</a>, where Jesus speaks of the necessity of abiding in Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who authored the letter to Timothy. He is writing from prison, offering guidance and encouragement to his young protégé. 2. <a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a> A young pastor and close companion of Paul. Timothy is the recipient of this letter, which is meant to instruct and strengthen him in his ministry. 3. <a href="/topical/c/christ_jesus.htm">Christ Jesus</a> Central figure of the Christian faith, whose grace is the source of strength for believers. 4. <a href="/topical/e/ephesus.htm">Ephesus</a> The city where Timothy was likely ministering at the time, known for its challenges to early Christian teachings. 5. <a href="/topical/r/roman_imprisonment.htm">Roman Imprisonment</a> The context from which Paul writes, highlighting the urgency and sincerity of his message to Timothy.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/strength_in_grace.htm">Strength in Grace</a> True strength for a believer comes not from personal ability but from the grace found in Christ Jesus. This grace empowers us to face life's challenges with confidence. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_mentorship.htm">Spiritual Mentorship</a> Just as Paul mentors Timothy, believers are called to seek and provide spiritual guidance within the community of faith. This relationship is vital for growth and perseverance. <a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_ministry.htm">Endurance in Ministry</a> Ministry can be challenging, but relying on Christ's grace provides the necessary strength to endure and remain faithful. <a href="/topical/i/identity_in_christ.htm">Identity in Christ</a> Our identity and strength are rooted in our relationship with Christ. Understanding this helps us navigate our roles and responsibilities with assurance. <a href="/topical/g/grace_as_a_foundation.htm">Grace as a Foundation</a> Grace is not only the starting point of our faith but also the sustaining power throughout our spiritual journey. It is essential to continually draw from this well.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_timothy_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Timothy 2</a> <a href="/q/can_childbearing_lead_to_salvation.htm">Is salvation possible through childbearing?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_main_themes_of_2_timothy.htm">What are the main themes of 2 Timothy?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_christian_means_of_grace.htm">What are the Christian means of grace?</a> <a href="/q/does_2_tim_1_15_lack_evidence.htm">In 2 Timothy 1:15, Phygelus and Hermogenes abandon Paul, yet they appear nowhere else—does the lack of external evidence call the narrative into question? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_timothy/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>II.(1) Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.--St. Paul, after the reference to the faithless Asiatics and the true loyal Onesiphorus, with which he interrupted his exhortation, turns again to Timothy. Thou therefore (oun), my son, considering what has taken place, be strong. It is as though he said, Imitate the one loyal follower, and make up to me for the faithless conduct of so many false friends. "Thou, then, be strong," but not as men understand strength or firmness; but do thou be strong "in the grace that is in Christ Jesus"--that is, be strong in the power of that inward sanctification which enables a man to will and to do according to what God has commanded, in the power of that inward sanctification which alone proceeds from Christ, and which will never be wanting to any one who is in Christ; in other words, "Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might" (<a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm" title="Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.">Ephesians 6:10</a>).<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_timothy/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 1. - Child for son, A.V.; strengthened for strong, A.V. Be strengthened (ἐνδυναμοῦ); more exactly (as Huther), become strong, or, which is the same thing, strengthen thyself; implying, perhaps, though gently expressed, some previous weakness, as m <a href="/hebrews/11-34.htm">Hebrews 11:34</a>, "From weakness were made strong;" where the image seems to be that of recovery from sickness. In <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a>, however (ἐνδυναμοῦσθε ἐν Κυρίῳ), there is no evidence of preceding weakness, but only a call to use the strength they had; and it may be so here too. The strength, Timothy is reminded, by which he was to fight the good fight, was not his own, but that which would come to him from the grace and love of Jesus Christ (comp. <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">1 Corinthians 15:10</a>; <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a>). <a href="/commentaries/2_timothy/2-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>You Σὺ (Sy) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. therefore, οὖν (oun) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3767.htm">Strong's 3767: </a> Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly. my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. child, τέκνον (teknon) Noun - Vocative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5043.htm">Strong's 5043: </a> A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. be strong ἐνδυναμοῦ (endynamou) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1743.htm">Strong's 1743: </a> To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. grace χάριτι (chariti) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5485.htm">Strong's 5485: </a> From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. that [is] τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Christ Χριστῷ (Christō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. Jesus. Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_timothy/2-1.htm">2 Timothy 2:1 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-1.htm">NT Letters: 2 Timothy 2:1 You therefore my child be strengthened (2 Tim. 2Ti iiTi ii Tim) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_timothy/1-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Timothy 1:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 1:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_timothy/2-2.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Timothy 2:2"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 2:2" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>