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For to this end we both labor and suffer reproach, because we have set our trust in the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of those who believe.
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Hope Fuels Endurance
Commentators explain that Christian service involves intense "labor and striving," often leading to reproach. This effort is not fueled by mere duty, but by a confident hope in the "living God" and His promise of godliness and eternal life. This hope provides the strength to endure any hardship for the sake of the gospel.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, in making this truth known: that all might be saved, or that salvation was offered to al…
To this end (εις τουτο). The godliness (ευσεβεια) of verse 8. See 2 Corinthians 6:10 as Paul's own commentary.
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19th Century
Anglican
For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach.—And for this end—to obtain this glorious promise, this highest blessedn…
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Again we find the formula, “This is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance” (cf. comment on 1:15). In this case, it most likely refers …
16th Century
Protestant
For in this we both labor and suffer reproaches. This is an anticipation by which he answers the question, “Are not believers the most mis…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For therefore we both labour Not in the word and doctrine, though they did; nor in the exercise of internal godliness, th…
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Outward acts of self-denial benefit little. What will it benefit us to mortify the body, if we do not mortify sin? No diligence in mere outward thi…
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, the Apostle rejected superstitious abstinence from goods. Here, he commands Timothy to present this teaching to the brothers. He first …
