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It is A.D. 68, the final year of Nero’s four-year persecution of the church, and Paul has been arrested, tried, convicted and sentenced to death. In 2 Timothy Paul writes his “last will and testament,” appointing Timothy as the one who will take over Paul’s ministry after his death. At this point, Timothy has spent eighteen years with Paul and their relationship has developed into that of a father and a son.

Paul meets Timothy at the beginning of his second missionary journey. On the first missionary journey (A.D. 46 – 48), Paul visits Lystra, a city in central Asia Minor. It seems he had little success there, as in Lystra “they stoned Paul and dragged him outside the city, thinking he was dead” (Acts 14: 19). On his return to Lystra in A.D. 50, however, Paul meets Timothy, a young man whose grandmother Lois and mother Eunice had become believers, apparently during Paul’s first visit to Lystra.

We all want to give up sometimes. But following Christ is a marathon, not a sprint. The apostle Paul knew this better than most. In the letter we now call 2 Timothy, Paul offers timely advice to a seemingly overwhelmed disciple. These words have encouraged generations of Christians to endure despite overwhelming pressure.

In this essential Star Wars Legends novel, the sequel to Heir to the Empire, Grand Admiral Thrawn’s sinister plan threatens to spell doom for the fledgling New Republic and its most iconic heroes. The dying Empire’s most cunning and ruthless warlord, Grand Admiral Thrawn, has taken command...

Written at the end of the Apostle Paul's life as he was once again imprisoned by the Romans, 2 Timothy was addressed to the pastor by the same name who accompanied Paul on many of his missionary journeys. In these chapters, Paul gives Timothy instructions for the growing churches so that he might be prepared to succeed Paul as leader of the Christian faith. Along with these important directions, 2 Timothy contains encouraging thoughts about death and the rewards which come to faithful servants of God in the next life.

Hugo Award-winning author Timothy Zahn brings his epic two-volume series The Hand of Thrawn to an explosive conclusion with a discovery that rocks the New Republic to its foundations--and threatens to resurrect the Empire. The Empire's master plan is under way. The New Republic is on the verge...

Second Timothy was the last letter Paul wrote before he was killed for the faith. In this short, topical series, Pastor Skip Heitzig looks at the great comfort Paul found in a supportive friend as well as his unflinching hope and confidence that he had finished the race God set before him.

The Holy Bible, New Living Translation, is an authoritative Bible translation, rendered faithfully into today’s English from the ancient texts by 90 leading Bible scholars. The NLT’s living language breathes life into even the most difficult-to-understand Bible passages—but even more powerful are stories of how people’s lives are changing as the words speak directly to their hearts.

Ephesians 3: 8 - To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, Join Pastors Casey Dawson, Joe Smith, Ethan Tawney, Justin Blankenship, and Davin George each week as they dive into the Word of God, chew on Scripture, and discuss topics that relate to the calling that is on every True Believer's heart; creating new beginnings by loving God, serving others, and transforming lives in the Name of Jesus.

L. Michael Morales examines the key elements of three major redemption movements in Scripture: the exodus out of Egypt, the second exodus foretold by the prophets, and the new exodus accomplished by Jesus Christ. We discover how the blood of a Passover lamb helps us grasp the significance of Jesus' death on the cross, how the Lord's defeat of Pharaoh foreshadowed Jesus' victory over Satan, how Israel's exodus out of Egypt unfolds the meaning of the resurrection, and much more.

King Richard II rules England in a wasteful and short-sighted way, spending money unwisely and selecting his counsellors foolishly. His manner ostracises him from his people and his country and it’s not long before both commoners and noblemen feel Richard has gone too far. When Richard seizes land that rightfully belongs to his cousin Henry Bolingbroke, Bolingbroke retaliates by invading England while Richard is at war in Ireland. More popular with the commoners, Henry is eventually crowned King Henry IV.

In a fast-paced, technology-based era when drive-thrus, cell phones, laptops, and Internet banking are the norm, it's sometimes hard to fathom that God doesn't appreciate our frail attempts at spiritual shortcuts. Through the pastoral epistles, 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus, with insight from Paul's letter to Philemon as well, Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe illustrates that working for God's Kingdom requires tenacity, never-ceasing prayer, and protective battle gear that only God can provide.

II Timothy & Testimony Tuesdays with Lyrik is a podcast focusing on sharing the Word of God through a virtual Bible Study and then getting back to some good old testimonies... a time to tell the nations about all the good God is doing in our lives.Join Lyrik Tuesdays at 9pm est/8pm cst starting January 9, 2024 for II Timothy & Testimony Tuesdays with Lyrik... LIVE on Facebook and Youtube and also via all your major podcast platforms.

In Conquerors' Pride, Timothy Zahn, Hugo Award-winning author of the New York Times bestselling Star Wars(r) trilogy, unfurled an epic tale of drama and courage as the interstellar Commonwealth faced savage invasion by alien starships of unknown origin. Now he probes deeply into the world of the invaders themselves in one of the most powerful evocations of an alien society ever created.

Words from Minnesota's Timothy Young, poet, essayist, and social thinker.

In the thrilling sequel to Nexus Guardian Book 1, Aias Todd embarks on an extraordinary journey through the enchanting realm of the Nexus. As a Reincarnate, he faces formidable challenges, uncovers secrets, and confronts dark forces threatening the delicate balance of this magical world. Join Aias Todd as he strives to find his place as a Nexus Guardian, forge alliances, and unravel the true purpose of his role. Will he succeed and find the peace he craves?

Although this is a second letter sent by Paul to the young evangelist, Timothy, the tone and circumstances of this communication could not be more different. Commonly regarded as Paul's last epistle, Paul's final letter summarizes his most important teachings and bids a touching farewell to a trusted and loved disciple.

Second Timothy is called the “dying epistle” because it was the last letter written by Paul. Pastor Skip Heitzig shows how Paul encouraged his “son in the faith,” even in his final days on earth.

The Commented Bible: Book 55 - 2 Timothy is part of a series of writings on the Apostle Paul's complete writings in 14 parts. This book in the series is Part 11, and it covers the Bible book of 2 Timothy, covering every verse, with commentary, extensive cross-references and study questions for each verse. It will serve as a learning tool and continuing study reference throughout one's life. It is a valuable reference for Christians who want to study deeply the true teachings of the Bible, which writings are the basis of all true faith.

The letters of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus were written by Paul to trusted coworkers toward the end of his apostolic ministry. As Paul’s delegates, they were to teach and defend the truth, model godly living, and ensure that godly church leadership was in place. But these letters are more than just a how-to guide for ministry.