6 For this reason, I am reminding you to fan the flame of God’s gift, which you received through s’mikhah from me.

7 For God gave us a Spirit who produces not timidity, but power, love and self-discipline.

8 So don’t be ashamed of bearing testimony to our Lord or to me, his prisoner. On the contrary, accept your share in suffering disgrace for the sake of the Good News. God will give you the strength for it,