2 Timothy 2:9 web — in which I suffer hardship to the point of chains as a criminal. But God's word isn't chained.

World English Bible

"in which I suffer hardship to the point of chains as a criminal. But God's word isn't chained."

— 2 Timothy 2:9, World English Bible

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2 Timothy 2 — Context

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The farmers who labor must be the first to get a share of the crops.

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Consider what I say, and may the Lord give you understanding in all things.

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Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, of the seed of David, according to my Good News,

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in which I suffer hardship to the point of chains as a criminal. But God's word isn't chained.

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Therefore I endure all things for the chosen ones' sake, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.

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This saying is faithful: "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

7 questions
What does 2 Timothy 2:9 say?
2 Timothy 2:9 in the World English Bible reads: “in which I suffer hardship to the point of chains as a criminal. But God's word isn't chained.”
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 (WEB): “in which I suffer hardship to the point of chains as a criminal. But God's word isn't chained.” 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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