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2 Timothy 3:10

Following Jesus

8 Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so also these men oppose the truth. They are depraved in mind and disqualified from the faith.

9 But they will not advance much further. For just like Jannes and Jambres, their folly will be plain to everyone.

You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,

11 my persecutions, and the sufferings that came upon me in Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra. What persecutions I endured! Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them.

12 Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

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Here the Bible tells a story about someone else. Ask yourself what it can say to us today. Do read the surrounding verses too, because the context often says more than a single verse.

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BSB
You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,
KJV
But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,
WEB
But you followed my teaching, conduct, purpose, faith, patience, love, steadfastness,
ASV
But thou didst follow my teaching, conduct, purpose, faith, longsuffering, love, patience,
DARBY
But *thou* hast been thoroughly acquainted with my teaching, conduct, purpose, faith, longsuffering, love, endurance,
BLB
But you have closely followed my teaching, conduct, purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance,
ÅB
Men du har fulgt etter min lære, min ferd, mitt forsett, min tro, min langmodighet, min kjærlighet, min tålmodighet,
OTB
Nå har du fulgt min lære, livsførsel, hensikt, tro, tålmodighet, kjærlighet, utholdenhet,
B1930
Men du har efterfulgt min lære, min ferd, mitt forsett, min tro, min langmodighet, min kjærlighet, min tålmodighet,

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Cross references

  • 1 Timothy 6:11

    But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.

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  • Titus 2:7

    In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,

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  • 2 Peter 1:5–7

    For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith virtue; and to virtue, knowledge;

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  • 1 Timothy 4:6

    By pointing out these things to the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and sound instruction that you have followed.

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  • Philippians 2:22

    But you know Timothy’s proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.

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  • 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.

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  • Acts 11:23

    When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts.

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  • Romans 16:17

    Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them.

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