KJV ORIGINAL
Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Here's the real talk: if you're actually trying to live like Jesus and follow God's way, you're going to face pushback. People won't always be cool with how you choose to live.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Living for God isn't always easy — expect some resistance along the way.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul wrote this letter to his associate Timothy, likely in the mid-to-late 1st century CE. Paul, imprisoned in Rome, encouraged Timothy to remain steadfast in ministry amidst growing persecution and the spread of false teachings, anticipating his own impending death.
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