2 Timothy 2:11
2 Timothy 2:11 in Multiple Translations
This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;
It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him:
Faithful is the saying: For if we died with him, we shall also live with him:
This is a true saying: If we undergo death with him, then will we be living with him:
This is a trustworthy saying: “If we died with him, we will also live with him;
It is a true saying, For if we be dead together with him, we also shall liue together with him.
Stedfast [is] the word: For if we died together — we also shall live together;
This saying is trustworthy: “For if we died with him, we will also live with him.
It is a faithful saying: For if we are dead with him , we shall also live with him :
A faithful saying: for if we be dead with him, we shall live also with him.
Endure everything as you remember that these words that we all say/sing (OR, that we teach people) are trustworthy: Since we have stopped behaving as we did in the past, as though we died when he died, we shall also live with him.
Listen to these things that you sometimes hear Christians say. They are very true. They say, “If we follow Jesus and stop doing bad things, it is like we die with him, and so we don’t do anything bad any more, and then later we will live with him.
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Study Notes — 2 Timothy 2:11
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
- Sermons on 2 Timothy 2:11
Context — Grace and Perseverance
11This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him;
12if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us; 13if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 6:8 | Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with Him. |
| 2 | Colossians 3:3–4 | For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. |
| 3 | Romans 6:5 | For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection. |
| 4 | 1 Timothy 1:15 | This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the worst. |
| 5 | John 14:19 | In a little while the world will see Me no more, but you will see Me. Because I live, you also will live. |
| 6 | 2 Corinthians 4:10 | We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. |
| 7 | Galatians 2:19–20 | For through the law I died to the law so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me. |
| 8 | 1 Thessalonians 5:10 | He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with Him. |
| 9 | 2 Corinthians 13:4 | For He was indeed crucified in weakness, yet He lives by God’s power. And though we are weak in Him, yet by God’s power we will live with Him to serve you. |
| 10 | Titus 3:8 | This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people. |
2 Timothy 2:11 Summary
[This verse is saying that if we give our lives to Jesus and die to our old way of living, we will also live with Him forever. This is a promise that is based on God's love and faithfulness, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Hebrews 13:5. It means that we can trust Him with our lives and look forward to spending eternity with Him. As we live out our faith, we can be confident that He will guide and empower us, as stated in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Philippians 4:13.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'die with Him' in 2 Timothy 2:11?
To die with Him means to identify with Jesus Christ in His death, which is a spiritual death to our old sinful nature, as described in Romans 6:4 and Galatians 2:20. This is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, where we surrender our lives to Him and are made new in Him.
How can we be sure that we will live with Him if we die with Him?
The Bible assures us that if we are in Christ, we are guaranteed eternal life with Him, as stated in John 11:25-26 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14. This promise is based on God's faithfulness and love for us, not on our own merits or works.
Is this verse only for certain believers or is it for all Christians?
This verse is for all believers, as it is a general principle of the Christian faith that applies to everyone who puts their trust in Jesus Christ. As it says in 1 Corinthians 15:22, 'For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive.'
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives as Christians?
This verse reminds us that our union with Christ has implications for our daily lives, as we are called to live out our faith in obedience to Him, as seen in Colossians 3:3-4 and 2 Corinthians 5:15. Our death and resurrection with Him empower us to live a life that honors Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to 'die with Him' and surrender to His will?
- How can I practically live out my union with Christ in my daily life, and what are some ways I can demonstrate my love for Him?
- What are some things that I am holding onto that are preventing me from fully identifying with Christ in His death and resurrection?
- How can I trust in God's faithfulness and promises, even when I face challenges and uncertainties in my life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Timothy 2:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Timothy 2:11
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
Cambridge Bible on 2 Timothy 2:11
Barnes' Notes on 2 Timothy 2:11
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Timothy 2:11
Sermons on 2 Timothy 2:11
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Cross, Identification by Miles J. Stanford | Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the critical importance of understanding our identification with Christ in his sermon 'Cross, Identification.' He explains that true growth in the Chri |
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Crucified With Christ (Telugu) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the primary work that Jesus came to do, which is to save us from sin. It highlights the importance of focusing on being saved from sin as the main purpose, r |
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Truth and Error - Part 3 - Come to the Light (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of believing in the freedom that comes through Jesus. He encourages the audience to not waver in their beliefs and to avoid b |
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Training for Rulership by R. Edward Miller | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept that all things work together for good. He uses the example of Joseph from the Bible, who is seen as a type of Christ and the glor |
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Some Important Truths That I Have Learnt by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen shares important truths he has learned in his 40 years as a born-again Christian, emphasizing God's immense love for us, the importance of honesty, cheerful giving, look |
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It Is a Faithful Saying: For if We Be Dead With Him by John Calvin | John Calvin preaches about the hidden life of the faithful in this world, drawing parallels to trees in winter that appear dry and lifeless but show strength in spring. He emphasiz |
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2 Timothy 2:11-14 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of faithfulness and endurance in the face of suffering, denial, and disbelief, highlighting the promise of eternal life for those who are |






