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2 Timothy 1:13
Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 2:2
And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.

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1 Timothy 4:16
Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.

assured.

Acts 17:31
Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness bythat man whom he hath ordained;whereof he hath given assurance unto allmen, in that he hath raised him from the dead.

Romans 14:5
One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every dayalike. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind.

Colossians 2:2
That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ;

knowing.

2 Timothy 3:15
And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 2:13
For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye receivedit notas the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.

continue in the things you have learned
Paul emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the teachings Timothy has received. This reflects the Jewish tradition of passing down teachings through generations, as seen inDeuteronomy 6:7. The continuity of learning is crucial in maintaining doctrinal purity and faithfulness to the gospel message.

and firmly believed
The phrase suggests a deep conviction in the truths Timothy has been taught. This belief is not merely intellectual assent but a heartfelt trust and commitment. It echoes the call to faithfulness found inHebrews 10:23, where believers are encouraged to hold unswervingly to the hope they profess.

since you know from whom you have learned them
This refers to the trustworthy sources of Timothy's teachings, primarily his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois, as mentioned in2 Timothy 1:5, and Paul himself. The credibility of these sources is vital, as they are rooted in a sincere faith and apostolic authority. This highlights the importance of sound teaching and the transmission of faith through reliable witnesses, as seen in1 Corinthians 11:1.

Paul draws a clear line between Timothy and the false teachers just described (2 Timothy 3:1-13).

• This “you” is personal—Timothy is responsible for his own course, regardless of what others do (cf.Joshua 24:15).

• The phrase separates the faithful from the deceived, echoing Jesus’ call to follow Him even when many fall away (John 6:66-69).

• It reminds believers today that cultural drift or doctrinal error around us never excuses compromise (Romans 12:2).

“Continue” means stay, remain, keep on. Timothy is not told to look for new revelations but to persevere in what he already knows to be true.

• Paul had earlier urged, “Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching” (2 Timothy 1:13-14).

• Scripture warns against itching ears that crave novelty (2 Timothy 4:3-4).

• Like the Bereans who examined the Scriptures daily (Acts 17:11), believers are to keep returning to the Word that first saved and grounded them (Colossians 2:6-7).

• The verb is continuous—discipleship is a lifelong pursuit, not a one-time decision (John 8:31-32).

Timothy hadn’t just collected information; he was convinced—his convictions were settled.

• Faith is more than mental assent; it produces unwavering allegiance (James 2:17, 26).

• Paul praised Timothy’s “sincere faith” that first lived in his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice (2 Timothy 1:5), showing how truth moves from head to heart to life.

• In a day of shifting opinions, believers must anchor in the unchanging Word (Psalm 119:89) so they can withstand deception (Ephesians 4:14).

Timothy’s instructors—his godly mother and grandmother (2 Timothy 1:5) and Paul himself—provided living proof of the gospel’s power.

• The credibility of faithful teachers reinforces the message (Hebrews 13:7).

• Personal relationship adds weight: Timothy had witnessed Paul’s persecutions and perseverance firsthand (2 Timothy 3:10-11), confirming that the teaching works in real life.

• This principle still guides the church: pass the baton “to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others also” (2 Timothy 2:2).

2 Timothy 3:14 calls every believer to stay the course. Reject the swirl of falsehood; abide in the biblical truths you already know; let those truths shape unshakeable convictions; and remember the trustworthy lives of those who taught you. In an age of constant change, the enduring Word and the example of faithful saints keep us rooted, fruitful, and ready for every good work.

Knowing of whom thou hast learned them.--There is some doubt whether the Greek word rendered "whom" is in the singular or plural, the older authorities being nearly equally balanced. The reading here of the singular has been adopted with the Syriac versions, Chrysostom, Augustine, and the Vulgate. The reference then is to St. Paul. If the plural, were adopted, then the reference would probably be to St. Paul and Barnabas, or to some other distinguished teacher. Some commentators believe that Lois and Eunice are here alluded to, the pious mother and grandmother of Timothy. This, however, seems unlikely: for such a reminiscence, although a touching memory and one likely to appeal to his affection, would hardly be of that weighty and important character as to warrant its introduction into this solemn exhortation; besides, any reference to home and family reminiscences would be included in the next verse: "From a child thou hast known," &c.