What does 2 Timothy 4:8 mean?

2 Timothy 4:8 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 2 Timothy 4:8 today?

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2 Timothy 4:8 Meaning

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Context Explained

6For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.

7I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:

8Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

9Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:

10For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.

Key Themes

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Source: 2 Timothy 4:8