For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7
2 Timothy 1:7 is a verse from the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically from the second letter that the Apostle Paul wrote to Timothy, his protégé and a young leader in the early Christian church.
The verse comes in the context of a letter from Paul to Timothy, who was facing challenges and persecution as a young leader in the church. Paul was writing to encourage Timothy to stay strong in his faith and to persevere through difficulties.
In this verse, Paul is reminding Timothy that as a follower of God, he should not be fearful in the face of challenges, but rather should rely on the power, love, and sound mind that God has given him. The “spirit of fear” refers to the idea that fear can be a powerful force that can hold us back and keep us from fulfilling our potential, but with God’s help, we can overcome that fear and find strength and courage to face any obstacle.
The phrase “power, love, and a sound mind” is meant to be a contrast to fear. God’s power gives us the ability to overcome challenges and accomplish great things, while his love gives us the compassion and empathy to connect with others and make a positive impact in the world. A “sound mind” refers to a sense of calmness and clarity that comes from trusting in God and following his guidance.
