2 Timothy 2:9 nasb — for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned.

NASB

"for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned."

— 2 Timothy 2:9, NASB

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2 Timothy 2 — Context

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The hard-working farmer ought to be the first to receive his share of the crops.

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Consider what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.

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Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, descendant of David, according to my gospel,

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for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned.

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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.

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It is a trustworthy statement: For if we died with Him, we will also live with Him;

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If we endure, we will also reign with Him; If we deny Him, He also will deny us;

2 Timothy 2:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Timothy 2:9 say?
2 Timothy 2:9 in the NASB reads: “for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned.”
Where is 2 Timothy 2:9 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 2:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 2, verse 9.
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 2:9.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 2:9 in?
2 Timothy 2:9 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 2:9?
2 Timothy 2:9 reads (NASB): “for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned.” 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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