2 Timothy 2:10-19

10So I am willing to endure anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.

11This is a trustworthy saying: If we die with him, we will also live with him.

12If we endure hardship, we will reign with him. If we deny him, he will deny us.

13If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, for he cannot deny who he is.

14Remind everyone about these things, and command them in God’s presence to stop fighting over words. Such arguments are useless, and they can ruin those who hear them.

15Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.

16Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior.

17This kind of talk spreads like cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus.

18They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith.

19But God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.”