2 Timothy 2:1-3

1Timothy, you are like my own child. Let God make you strong. He is kind, so trust him to help you, because you belong to Christ Jesus.

2You have heard the message that I have taught. Many other people also heard it and they agree that it is true. Now you must tell the same message to other people who will be able to teach it to even more people. They should be people that you can trust as honest people and who can teach well.

3Be patient through the troubles that we Christians have. Be brave and strong, like a good soldier for Christ Jesus.