2 Timothy 2:1-4

1Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus.

2You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.

3Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

4Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them.