In 2 Timothy 1:13-18 Paul urges Timothy to hold fast to sound teaching, rely on the Holy Spirit, and not be ashamed of the gospel or Paul’s imprisonment. He notes the desertion of Phygelus and Hermogenes but praises Onesiphorus for his supportive kindness.

2 Timothy 1:1–12 emphasizes Paul’s apostolic calling, Timothy’s sincere faith, the call to rekindle spiritual gifts, reliance on the Spirit’s power, boldness in gospel witness, willingness to suffer for Christ, and confidence in God’s saving grace revealed through Christ who abolished death and entrusted Paul with the gospel.

Paul’s final letter, written from prison, urges Timothy to remain steadfast in faith and ministry despite opposition and suffering. He reminds him to guard the gospel, rely on God’s grace, and pass on sound teaching to others. Paul emphasizes endurance, warns against false teachers, highlights the inspiration and authority of Scripture, and points to Christ’s return as motivation. It serves as both a pastoral charge and Paul’s personal farewell testimony of faithfulness to the end.