2 Timothy 2:1
New International Version
You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

New Living Translation
Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus.

English Standard Version
You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus,

Berean Standard Bible
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Berean Literal Bible
You, therefore, my child, be empowered in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

King James Bible
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

New King James Version
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

New American Standard Bible
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

NASB 1995
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

NASB 1977
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Legacy Standard Bible
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Amplified Bible
So you, my son, be strong [constantly strengthened] and empowered in the grace that is [to be found only] in Christ Jesus.

Berean Annotated Bible
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ (the Anointed One) Jesus (YHWH saves).

Christian Standard Bible
You, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
You, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

American Standard Version
Thou therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Contemporary English Version
Timothy, my child, you must let Christ Jesus make you strong by his gift of undeserved grace.

English Revised Version
Thou therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
My child, find your source of strength in the kindness of Christ Jesus.

Good News Translation
As for you, my son, be strong through the grace that is ours in union with Christ Jesus.

International Standard Version
As for you, my child, be strong by the grace that is in the Messiah Jesus.

NET Bible
So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

New Heart English Bible
You therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Webster's Bible Translation
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
You then, my child, must be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

World English Bible
You therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
You, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that [is] in Christ Jesus,

Berean Literal Bible
You, therefore, my child, be empowered in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Young's Literal Translation
Thou, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus,

Smith's Literal Translation
Thou therefore, my child, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And as for you, my son, be strengthened by the grace which is in Christ Jesus,

New American Bible
So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

New Revised Standard Version
You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
YOU, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
You therefore, my son, be strengthened in the grace which is in Yeshua The Messiah,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Do you, therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus;

Godbey New Testament
Therefore, my child, be thou filled up with dynamite in the grace which is in Christ Jesus,

Haweis New Testament
THOU therefore, my son, be mighty in the grace which is in Jesus Christ.

Mace New Testament
As for you, my son, strenuously acquit yourself of the charge you have receiv'd from Christ Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
You then, my child, must be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Worrell New Testament
Do you, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Worsley New Testament
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace which is in Christ Jesus:

Additional Translations ...



Context
Grace and Perseverance
1You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well.…

Cross References
You therefore, my child,

2 Timothy 1:2
To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

1 Timothy 1:2
To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

1 Corinthians 4:17
That is why I have sent you Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ Jesus, which is exactly what I teach everywhere in every church.
be strong

Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.

Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

1 Corinthians 16:13
Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.
in the grace

Hebrews 13:9
Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace and not by foods of no value to those devoted to them.

2 Corinthians 12:9
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.

Romans 5:2
through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.
that is in Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 1:9
He has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works, but by His own purpose and by the grace He granted us in Christ Jesus before time began.

1 Corinthians 1:4
I always thank my God for you because of the grace He has given you in Christ Jesus.

Ephesians 2:7
in order that in the coming ages He might display the surpassing riches of His grace, demonstrated by His kindness to us in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

1 Timothy 1:12
I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, that He considered me faithful and appointed me to service.

Colossians 1:11
being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully

1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.


Treasury of Scripture

You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

my.

2 Timothy 1:2
To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

See on

1 Timothy 1:2,18
Unto Timothy, my own son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord…

be.

2 Timothy 1:7
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Joshua 1:7
Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest.

Haggai 2:4
Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, saith the LORD; and be strong, O Joshua, son of Josedech, the high priest; and be strong, all ye people of the land, saith the LORD, and work: for I am with you, saith the LORD of hosts:

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2 Timothy 2
1. Timothy is exhorted again to constancy and perseverance.
17. Of Hymenaeus and Philetus.
19. The foundation of the Lord is sure.
22. He is taught whereof to beware, and what to follow after.












You therefore, my child,

Timothy was Paul’s trusted coworker and spiritual son, brought into ministry through Paul’s teaching and example. In light of Paul’s suffering, imprisonment, and faithfulness to the gospel, Timothy was to continue the work entrusted to him without retreating from its demands.

2Ti 1:2 To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and…
1Ti 1:2 To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy…
1Co 4:17 That is why I have sent you Timothy, my beloved…

be strong

Timothy faced opposition, false teaching, and the burden of leading believers in Ephesus. He was not called to rely on natural ability or courage, but to receive strength for faithful endurance and service.

Eph 6:10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.
Jos 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous?…
1Co 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage.…

in the grace

God’s grace, His unmerited favor and divine assistance, provides more than forgiveness; it sustains and equips His servants for the work He assigns. Paul himself had depended on that grace through hardship, labor, and persecution.

Heb 13:9 Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teachings,…
2Co 12:9 But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you…
Rom 5:2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace…

that is in Christ Jesus.

The strength Timothy needed belonged to him through his union with Christ. Christ is the source of the grace that enables believers to remain faithful, suffer for the gospel, and carry out their calling.

2Ti 1:9 He has saved us and called us to a holy calling…
1Co 1:4 I always thank my God for you because of the grace…
Eph 2:7 in order that in the coming ages…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Paul
The apostle who authored the letter to Timothy. He is writing from prison, offering guidance and encouragement to his young protégé.

2. Timothy
A young pastor and close companion of Paul. Timothy is the recipient of this letter, which is meant to instruct and strengthen him in his ministry.

3. Christ Jesus
Central figure of the Christian faith, whose grace is the source of strength for believers.

4. Ephesus
The city where Timothy was likely ministering at the time, known for its challenges to early Christian teachings.

5. Roman Imprisonment
The context from which Paul writes, highlighting the urgency and sincerity of his message to Timothy.
Teaching Points
Strength in Grace
True strength for a believer comes not from personal ability but from the grace found in Christ Jesus. This grace empowers us to face life's challenges with confidence.

Spiritual Mentorship
Just as Paul mentors Timothy, believers are called to seek and provide spiritual guidance within the community of faith. This relationship is vital for growth and perseverance.

Endurance in Ministry
Ministry can be challenging, but relying on Christ's grace provides the necessary strength to endure and remain faithful.

Identity in Christ
Our identity and strength are rooted in our relationship with Christ. Understanding this helps us navigate our roles and responsibilities with assurance.

Grace as a Foundation
Grace is not only the starting point of our faith but also the sustaining power throughout our spiritual journey. It is essential to continually draw from this well.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Timothy 2:1?

2. How can we be "strong in the grace" of Christ daily?

3. What does "my child" imply about Paul's relationship with Timothy?

4. How does 2 Timothy 2:1 connect to Ephesians 6:10 about strength?

5. In what ways can grace empower us in our Christian walk?

6. How can we encourage others to be strong in Christ's grace?

7. What does "be strong in the grace" mean in 2 Timothy 2:1?

8. How does 2 Timothy 2:1 relate to the concept of grace in Christian theology?

9. Why is grace emphasized as a source of strength in 2 Timothy 2:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Timothy 2?


II.

(1) Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.--St. Paul, after the reference to the faithless Asiatics and the true loyal Onesiphorus, with which he interrupted his exhortation, turns again to Timothy. Thou therefore (oun), my son, considering what has taken place, be strong. It is as though he said, Imitate the one loyal follower, and make up to me for the faithless conduct of so many false friends. "Thou, then, be strong," but not as men understand strength or firmness; but do thou be strong "in the grace that is in Christ Jesus"--that is, be strong in the power of that inward sanctification which enables a man to will and to do according to what God has commanded, in the power of that inward sanctification which alone proceeds from Christ, and which will never be wanting to any one who is in Christ; in other words, "Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might" (Ephesians 6:10).

Verse 1. - Child for son, A.V.; strengthened for strong, A.V. Be strengthened (ἐνδυναμοῦ); more exactly (as Huther), become strong, or, which is the same thing, strengthen thyself; implying, perhaps, though gently expressed, some previous weakness, as m Hebrews 11:34, "From weakness were made strong;" where the image seems to be that of recovery from sickness. In Ephesians 6:10, however (ἐνδυναμοῦσθε ἐν Κυρίῳ), there is no evidence of preceding weakness, but only a call to use the strength they had; and it may be so here too. The strength, Timothy is reminded, by which he was to fight the good fight, was not his own, but that which would come to him from the grace and love of Jesus Christ (comp. 1 Corinthians 15:10; Philippians 4:13).

Paul urges Timothy: Because the gospel is worth guarding, and because you are my beloved son in the faith, draw your strength—not from yourself—but from the inexhaustible grace that flows only from Jesus Christ. Stand firm, minister boldly, and let Christ’s grace empower every task and trial.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
You
Σὺ (Sy)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

therefore,
οὖν (oun)
Conjunction
Strong's 3767: Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.

my
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

child,
τέκνον (teknon)
Noun - Vocative Neuter Singular
Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child.

be strong
ἐνδυναμοῦ (endynamou)
Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 1743: To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

grace
χάριτι (chariti)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5485: From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.

that [is]
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

Christ
Χριστῷ (Christō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

Jesus.
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.


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