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2 Timothy 2:7

2 Timothy 2:7
Consider what I say; and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Consider what I say,.... The advice given by the apostle to Timothy, to be strong in the grace of Christ; to commit the doctrines of the Gospel to faithful and able men; and to endure hardness for the…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Consider what I say; - see the notes at 1Ti 4:15. The sense is “Think of the condition of the soldier, and the principles on which he is enlisted; think of the aspirant for the crown in the Grecian…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Consider what I say - Apply my metaphors and similitudes in a proper manner.

And the Lord give thee understanding - But instead of δῳη, may he give, ACDEFG, several others, besides versions and…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 Timothy 2:1-7

Here Paul encourages Timothy to constancy and perseverance in his work: Be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus, Ti2 2:1. Observe, Those who have work to do for God must stir up themselves to…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Consider what I say -Apply the parable"; for our Lord the Great Teacher of parables shall give thee understanding. The ms. authority requires the future indicative instead of aorist optative. The verb…