Bible guide
2 Timothy
Paul's final letter, written as he faced martyrdom, urging Timothy to stay faithful to the gospel to the very end.
- Written by
- Paul the Apostle
- Written
- c. AD 66–67
- Chapters
- 4
Historical background
It is the last letter Paul sent to Timothy during his second imprisonment in Rome, as he faced martyrdom. Under the intensifying persecution of the emperor Nero, most of his co-workers had left him. It is a deeply moving letter, like Paul's last will and testament.
What to watch for
Meditate on Paul's confession: 'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith' (4:7).
Confirm the authority and role of Scripture in 'All Scripture is breathed out by God' (3:16).
Feel the weight of calling in Paul's charge to preach the gospel even amid suffering.
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