1. As for you, my son, be strong through the grace that is ours in union with Christ Jesus.
2. Take the teachings that you heard me proclaim in the presence of many witnesses, and entrust them to reliable people, who will be able to teach others also.
3. Take your part in suffering, as a loyal soldier of Christ Jesus.
4. A soldier on active service wants to please his commanding officer and so does not get mixed up in the affairs of civilian life.
5. An athlete who runs in a race cannot win the prize unless he obeys the rules.
6. The farmer who has done the hard work should have the first share of the harvest.
7. Think about what I am saying, because the Lord will enable you to understand it all.
8. Remember Jesus Christ, who was raised from death, who was a descendant of David, as is taught in the Good News I preach.