2 Timothy 4:5 net — You, however, be self-controlled in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry.

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"You, however, be self-controlled in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry."

— 2 Timothy 4:5, NET Bible

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2 Timothy 4 — Context

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Preach the message, be ready whether it is convenient or not, reprove, rebuke, exhort with complete patience and instruction.

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For there will be a time when people will not tolerate sound teaching. Instead, following their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves, because they have an insatiable curiosity to hear new things.

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And they will turn away from hearing the truth, but on the other hand they will turn aside to myths.

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You, however, be self-controlled in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry.

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For I am already being poured out as an offering, and the time for me to depart is at hand.

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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.

2 Timothy 4:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Timothy 4:5 say?
2 Timothy 4:5 in the NET Bible reads: “You, however, be self-controlled in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry.”
Where is 2 Timothy 4:5 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 4:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 4, verse 5.
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 4:5.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 4:5 in?
2 Timothy 4:5 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 4:5?
2 Timothy 4:5 reads (NET): “You, however, be self-controlled in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry.” 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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