2 Timothy 2:26

and 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.

Montgomery New Testament

In The King James Version

And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.

In Context

25He must be gentle when instructing opponents; for possibly God may give them a change of mind for the recognition of the truth,

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Cross References

Matthew 12:28"But if it is in the power of the Spirit of God is already upon you.

Luke 15:17"When he came to himself he said. "‘How many of my father’s hired men have bread enough and to spare, while I am perishing of hunger!

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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