2 Timothy 2:13 cpdv — If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful: he is not able to deny himself.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful: he is not able to deny himself. "

— 2 Timothy 2:13, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Timothy 2 — Context

10

I endure all things for this reason: for the sake of the elect, so that they, too, may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus, with heavenly glory.

11

It is a faithful saying: that if we have died with him, we will also live with him.

12

If we suffer, we will also reign with him. If we deny him, he will also deny us.

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If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful: he is not able to deny himself.

14

Insist on these things, testifying before the Lord. Do not be contentious about words, for this is useful for nothing but the subversion of listeners.

15

Be solicitous in the task of presenting yourself before God as a proven and unashamed worker who has handled the Word of Truth correctly.

16

But avoid profane or empty talk. For these things advance one greatly in impiety.

2 Timothy 2:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Timothy 2:13 say?
2 Timothy 2:13 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful: he is not able to deny himself. ”
Where is 2 Timothy 2:13 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 2:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 2, verse 13.
Who wrote 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 66–67.
What is the book of 2 Timothy about?
Paul's last letter, written from a Roman prison shortly before his execution. It is a tender, urgent passing-on of the baton: keep the faith, guard the gospel, preach the word, endure hardship. "I have fought a good fight."
What are the major themes of 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy explores themes including Endurance, Scripture, Faithfulness, Preaching, Final Hope. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Timothy 2:13.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 2:13 in?
2 Timothy 2:13 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Timothy 2:13?
2 Timothy 2:13 reads (CPDV): “If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful: he is not able to deny himself. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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