KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore I endure all things for the elect’s sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
That's why I push through everything for the people God has chosen — so they can experience the salvation that comes through Jesus, complete with eternal glory.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes we endure the hard stuff so others can find their way to Jesus too.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul wrote this letter to his protégé Timothy, likely in the mid-60s CE. Facing imminent execution, Paul wrote to encourage Timothy to remain faithful in ministry, guard sound doctrine, and endure hardship in a challenging environment.
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