I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith!

Hold to the standard of sound words that you heard from me and do so with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

They have strayed from the truth by saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and they are undermining some people’s faith.

But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

And just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so these people – who have warped minds and are disqualified in the faith – also oppose the truth.

You, however, have followed my teaching, my way of life, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my endurance,

and how from infancy you have known the holy writings, which are able to give you wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

I recall your sincere faith that was alive first in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am sure is in you.