12 And I suffer now because I tell the Good News. But I am not ashamed. I know Jesus, the One I have believed in. And I am sure that he is able to protect what he has trusted me with until that Day.

13 Follow the true teachings you heard from me. Follow them as an example of the faith and love we have in Christ Jesus.

14 Protect the truth that you were given. Protect it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.