longing to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, - in order that, with joy, I may be filled:

A reminder, having received, of the unfeigned faith, that is in thee, - such, as dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and in thy mother Eunice, - I am persuaded, moreover, that it dwelleth , in thee also.

Take thy part in suffering hardship, as a brave soldier of Christ Jesus: -

Proclaim the word, take thy position - in season, out of season, - convince, rebuke, encourage, - with all long-suffering and teaching.

But, thou, - be sober in all things, suffer hardship, do, the work, of an evangelist, thy ministry, completely fulfill;

Of whom, be, thou also, on thy guard, for he hath greatly withstood our words.

The Lord, be with thy spirit. Favour, be with you.