2 Timothy 2:25

He must be gentle when instructing opponents; for possibly God may give them a change of mind for the recognition of the truth,

Montgomery New Testament

In The King James Version

In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;

In Context

24The Lord’s slave must not quarrel, but must be kind to all men; a skilful teacher, patient of wrong.

26and they may come to their senses again, and escape the snare of the devil, as they are restored to life by God to do his will.

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Cross References

Matthew 21:32"For Johncame to you in the road of righteousness, and you did not give credence to him; but the tax-gatherers and the harlots gave credence to him. But you, although you saw this, did not even then change your minds and give credence to him.

Mark 1:15"The time is now come," he said, "and the kingdom of God is near! Repent and believe the gospel."

Matthew Henry on 2 Timothy 2:23-26

Cautions against Contention. ( a. d. 66.) 22 Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart. 23 But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes. 24 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, 25 In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; 26 And that they may… Read the whole commentary →

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