For this reason I endure all things for the sake of those who are chosen, so that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus and with it eternal glory. It is a trustworthy statement: For if we died with Him, we will also live with Him; If we endure, we will also reign with Him; If we deny Him, He also will deny us; If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself. (2 Timothy 2:10-13)
The Apostle Paul’s second letter to Timothy, like the first, was written give instructions so Timothy could provide corrections to the church at Ephesus. As his mentor, Paul recognized there were some things going on that were against what Jesus had taught. In the passage above, Paul encourages Timothy to stay the course, to endure all hardships he encounters so he will reign with the Lord one day!
Paul begins with a “for this reason.” He explains in the previous sentence that even though he’s in a Roman prison as a criminal, “the word of God is not imprisoned.” Since the word of God is free from chains, Paul says he will “endure all things” so that more people will hear the word, and be saved! He wants to selflessly do everything in his power to make certain that “they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus and with it eternal glory.” Eternal glory is far better than the alternative!
Paul goes on to list the benefits of perseverance: “For if we died with Him, we will also live with Him.” We DO NOT want to die without Jesus. To do so would mean an eternity separated from God. If, on the other hand, we die believing in the Son of God, we’ll live forever with Him in heaven, the New Jerusalem.
Next: “If we endure, we will also reign with Him; If we deny Him, He also will deny us.” If we persevere through all hardships (Paul is the model), we will serve God in heaven, and be rewarded for our efforts, including “reign[ing] with Him.” However, if during our sojourn here on this earth, we deny knowing Jesus, He will deny knowing us.
Last: “If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.” If, during moments of weakness, we have doubts (I think it happens to us all), God remains faithful to us. God keeps His promises, unlike us weak humans. And He knows we’re weak.
Paul is the example to follow of enduring through hardships and doing everything possible to see that as many people as possible heard the Gospel. His legacy continues today: Most of the New Testament is from his pen, despite all he suffered. Look at all he accomplished by the grace of God.
God, please give me the strength to endure and finish well. I want to live and die with You in my heart. Please help me to persevere no matter what, and to never deny You. Please help my faith. I praise You and thank You that no matter what, You are faithful. In Jesus’ precious name.
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