2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of m

any witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.

 

3 Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

 

4 No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer.

 

5 Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown except by competing according to the rules.

 

6 The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops.

 

7 Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.

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8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel,