For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.
2 Timothy 1:6
Wr can have a gift of the Spirit but not have actualized its benefit or potential.
He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time,
2 Timothy 1:9
Our salvation is not based on us or what we have done but rests wholey in Christ.
That is why I am suffering as I am.
Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until that day.
2 Timothy 1:12 NIV
Paul had entrusted his very life to Christ and he is certain that he will guard his life until the time of Christ's return or until he goes to be with Christ.
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