2 Timothy 1:7
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King James Version (modern wording)
For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness; but of power and love and discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:7 (BSB)
Context of 2 Timothy 1:7
Paul wrote 2 Timothy from prison near the end of his life to Timothy, a younger co-worker. In chapter 1, he reminds Timothy to keep using his gift (1:6) and not to be ashamed of the message or of Paul himself. Verse 7 gives the reason.
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Questions about 2 Timothy 1:7
What does 2 Timothy 1:7 say?
2 Timothy 1:7 in modern King James wording reads: "For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
Where is 2 Timothy 1:7 found in the Bible?
2 Timothy 1:7 is verse 7 of chapter 1 of the book of 2 Timothy, in the New Testament. 2 Timothy has 4 chapters.
What is the context of 2 Timothy 1:7?
Paul wrote 2 Timothy from prison near the end of his life to Timothy, a younger co-worker. In chapter 1, he reminds Timothy to keep using his gift (1:6) and not to be ashamed of the message or of Paul himself. Verse 7 gives the reason.