2 Timotius 2:13

2:13 If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, since he cannot deny himself. ¹ 

2 Timotius 3:12

3:12 Now in fact all who want to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.

2 Timotius 4:5-6

4:5 You, however, be self-controlled ²  in all things, endure hardship, do an evangelist’s work, fulfill your ministry. 4:6 For I am already being poured out as an offering, and the time for me to depart ³  is at hand.

[2:13]  ¹ sn If we are unfaithful…he cannot deny himself. This could be (1) a word of warning (The Lord will exact punishment; he cannot deny his holiness) or (2) a word of hope (Because of who he is, he remains faithful to us despite our lapses). The latter is more likely, since Paul consistently cites God’s faithfulness as a reassurance, not as a warning (cf. especially Rom 3:3; also 1 Cor 1:9; 10:13; 2 Cor 1:18; 1 Thess 5:24; 2 Thess 3:3).

[4:5]  ² tn Or “sober,” “temperate.”

[4:6]  ³ tn Grk “of my departure.”