2 Timothy 1:16
“The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:”

What does 2 Timothy 1:16 mean?
2 Timothy 1:16 (KJV) reads, "The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain." This verse comes from the second letter of Paul to Timothy, his beloved disciple and younger spiritual charge. In this particular passage…
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In 2 Timothy 1:16, the Apostle Paul writes with profound gratitude for a man named Onesiphorus: "The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain." This verse invites us to reflect deeply on the nature of true fellowship…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Mercy and Faithfulness in the Face of Trials
Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, my heart is full of gratitude and reverence for Your word that sustains and guides my life. I turn my attention to the beautiful example set forth in Your scripture, specifically 2 Timothy 1:16, which states, "The Lord give mercy unto…
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