6. The farmer who works hard ought to have the first share of the crops.
7. Think about what I am saying and the Lord will give you understanding of all this.
8. Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David; such is my gospel,
9. for which I suffer hardship to the point of imprisonment as a criminal, but God’s message is not imprisoned!
10. So I endure all things for the sake of those chosen by God, that they too may obtain salvation in Christ Jesus and its eternal glory.
11. This saying is trustworthy:If we died with him, we will also live with him.
12. If we endure, we will also reign with him.If we deny him, he will also deny us.
13. If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, since he cannot deny himself.
14. Remind people of these things and solemnly charge them before the Lord not to wrangle over words. This is of no benefit; it just brings ruin on those who listen.