2 Timothy 4:10 net — For Demas deserted me, since he loved the present age, and he went to Thessalonica. Crescens went to Galatia and Titus…

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"For Demas deserted me, since he loved the present age, and he went to Thessalonica. Crescens went to Galatia and Titus to Dalmatia."

— 2 Timothy 4:10, NET Bible

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2 Timothy 4 — Context

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I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith!

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Finally the crown of righteousness is reserved for me. The Lord, the righteous Judge, will award it to me in that day– and not to me only, but also to all who have set their affection on his appearing.

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Travel Plans and Concluding Greetings Make every effort to come to me soon.

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For Demas deserted me, since he loved the present age, and he went to Thessalonica. Crescens went to Galatia and Titus to Dalmatia.

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Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is a great help to me in ministry.

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Now I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus.

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When you come, bring with you the cloak I left in Troas with Carpas and the scrolls, especially the parchments.

2 Timothy 4:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Timothy 4:10 say?
2 Timothy 4:10 in the NET Bible reads: “For Demas deserted me, since he loved the present age, and he went to Thessalonica. Crescens went to Galatia and Titus to Dalmatia.”
Where is 2 Timothy 4:10 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 4:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 4, verse 10.
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 4:10.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 4:10 in?
2 Timothy 4:10 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 4:10?
2 Timothy 4:10 reads (NET): “For Demas deserted me, since he loved the present age, and he went to Thessalonica. Crescens went to Galatia and Titus to Dalmatia.” 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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