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4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
9 Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:
12 And Tychicus have I sent to Ephesus.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:
15 Of whom be thou ware also; for he hath greatly withstood our words.
19 Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.
20 Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.
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Matthew Henry's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 Bible commentary...
The apostle solemnly charges Timothy to be diligent, though many will not bear sound doctrine. (1-5) Enforces the charge from his own martyrdom, then at hand. (6-8) Desires him to come speedily. (9-13) He cautions, and complains of such as had deserted him; and expresses his faith as to his own preservation to the heavenly kingdom. (14-18) Friendly greetings and his usual blessing. (19-22)1-5 People will turn away from the truth, they will grow weary of the plain gospel of Christ, they will be greedy of fables, and take pleasure in them. People do so when they will not endure that preaching which is searching, plain, and to the purpose. Those who love souls must be ever watchful, must venture and bear all the painful effects of their faithfulness, and take all opportunities of making known the pure gospel.
6-8 The blood of the martyrs, though not a sacrifice of atonement, yet was a sacrifice of acknowledgment to the grace of God and his truth. Death to a good man, is his release from the imprisonment of this world, and his departure to the enjoyments of another world. As a Christian, and a minister, Paul had kept the faith, kept the doctrines of the gospel. What comfort will it afford, to be able to speak in this manner toward the end of our days! The crown of believers is a crown of righteousness, purchased by the righteousness of Christ. Believers have it not at present, yet it is sure, for it is laid up for them. The believer, amidst poverty, pain, sickness, and the agonies of death, may rejoice; but if the duties of a man's place and station are neglected, his evidence of interest in Christ will be darkened, and uncertainty and distress may be expected to cloud and harass his last hours.
9-13 The love of this world, is often the cause of turning back from the truths and ways of Jesus Christ. Paul was guided by Divine inspiration, yet he would have his books. As long as we live, we must still learn. The apostles did not neglect human means, in seeking the necessaries of life, or their own instruction. Let us thank the Divine goodness in having given us so many writings of wise and pious men in all ages; and let us seek that by reading them our profiting may appear to all.
14-18 There is as much danger from false brethren, as from open enemies. It is dangerous having to do with those who would be enemies to such a man as Paul. The Christians at Rome were forward to meet him, #Ac 28|, but when there seemed to be a danger of suffering with him, then all forsook him. God might justly be angry with them, but he prays God to forgive them. The apostle was delivered out of the mouth of the lion, that is, of Nero, or some of his judges. If the Lord stands by us, he will strengthen us in difficulties and dangers, and his presence will more than supply every one's absence.
19-22 We need no more to make us happy, than to have the Lord Jesus Christ with our spirits; for in him all spiritual blessings are summed up. It is the best prayer we can offer for our friends, that the Lord Jesus Christ may be with their spirits, to sanctify and save them, and at last to receive them to himself. Many who believed as Paul, are now before the throne, giving glory to their Lord: may we be followers of them.
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Don Adams's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment about verse 7 on 3/10/2013, 2:38pm...
Paul did not say that he had won a fight or that he had won the race. He did say that he had finished her course. His course was unique to him. His is not the same as yours or mine. In the Christian race, finishing is the important thing. In Matthew 24:13 we read "But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved." But alas, so many people never enter the race and this is a race that can only be entered into by invitation. I believe the HOLY SPIRIT call is to everyone but so many do not heed the call. In Matthew 22:14 we read "For many are called, but few are chosen."
Dranken Shifu's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment on 2/17/2013, 5:23am...
I have been blessed from the preach of the word of God by Pastor Olonde, the book of 2 Timothy 4:7. We should not go to church just because of miracles that are performed in the church, but let’s go to church so that we can praise and worship the Lord, God almighty.
Timothy Wayne George's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment about verse 1 on 1/31/2013, 8:34am...
Paul is giving his swan song, to Timothy about his time to depart this world, and to be faithful to preach the word in season, as well as out of season. The time will come when they will not endure the truth, but will want teachers with itching ears. All have forsaken him except Luke, and Paul wants everyone to know that the Lord Jesus Christ will judge the living, and the dead at His appearing for the Church in the rapture, as well as the sheep and goat judgment at His Kingdom. We must be faithful until the end, and the Lord will give all those who love His appearing the Crown of Righteousness.
Mas's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment on 1/26/2013, 3:28pm...
@Mr/Mrs Alex,
Nobody can deliver you, and bring back your wife’s good health but Jesus Christ.
We as men and women of God are lifting you in our prayer, but only God shall set you free and heal your wife in Christ Jesus.
That’s what we are doing right now, praying for you and your wife.
However, we would like you to involve men and women of God of your community too. We believe they will not only pray for you as we are doing, but they can counsel you too, and make it easier for you.
Trust and Obey.
God bless you.
Mr/mrs Alex's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment about verse 1 on 1/26/2013, 5:19am...
Man of God, deliver me and my wife. My wife is ill. Man of God we need deliverance
Charles's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment about verse 2 on 12/11/2012, 5:58pm...
This is wise counsel for any one calling themselves a Christian and mainly if they preach. We must stay ready to use our spiritual gift for God!
HARRY ALLISON's 2 Timothy Chapter 4 comment on 7/22/2012, 4:04am...
PAUL tells it like it is ..EVEN though he was abandoned by many ,he stayed the course.he even warned others of dangers ahead,awesome.DO WE DO THAT ENOUGH TODAY.DO I RISK REJECTION BY TELLING SOMEONE OF AN OBSTACLE IN THERE SURROUNDINGS?.PAUL has "INTEGRITY".
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