2 Timothy 2:25 In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; 1. One principal end of the ministry is to bring men to repentance. 2. By meek preaching God may work repentance. 3. Repentance is hopeful and yet doubtful. 4. Ministers are to preach and leave the success to the Lord. (J. Barlow, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; |
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