New Testament · Paul's Letters

2 Timothy

Written by Paul, near the end of his life. Written for Timothy, who needs courage more than new ideas.

Big picture in three sentences

Second Timothy is Paul's last letter in the Bible.

He asks Timothy to guard the good treasure and to preach the word.

He is honest about suffering and sure about the crown that awaits.

God has not given us a spirit of fear is written to a pastor, and it belongs to children too.

Key verse · 2 Timothy 1:7

“For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”