now that I have been reminded of the sincere faith that you have shown. That faith was seen first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and is now, I am convinced, in you also.

and that is why I submit to anything for the sake of God's People, that they also may obtain the Salvation which comes from union with Christ Jesus, and imperishable glory.

How true this saying is-- 'If we have shared his death, we shall also share his life.

If we continue to endure, we shall also share his throne. If we should ever disown him, he, too, will disown us.

Now in a large house there are not only things of gold and silver, but also others of wood and earthenware, some for better and some for common use.

Do you also, be on your guard against him, for he is strongly opposed to our teaching.