2 Timothy 1:7 · KJV
2 Timothy 1:7
Not a Spirit of Fear
2 Timothy 1:7 says God has not given us a spirit of fear, but "of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." It reminds believers that timidity does not come from God.
2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV)
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
What 2 Timothy 1:7 means
"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." Paul writes to encourage a young, perhaps timid, leader — reminding him that fearfulness is not the Spirit God gave.
In its place stand three gifts: power to act, love to serve, and a sound mind — self-discipline and clear thinking. It is a favourite verse for anyone battling fear, anxiety, or self-doubt.
Key verse
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
2 Timothy 1:7 · KJV — Power, love, and a sound mind instead of fear.
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A prayer from 2 Timothy 1:7
Lord, thank You that You have not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. Replace my timidity with Your courage. Amen.
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What does 2 Timothy 1:7 mean?
2 Timothy 1:7 says God has not given us a spirit of fear, but "of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." It reminds believers that timidity does not come from God.
What is 2 Timothy 1:7 about?
"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." Paul writes to encourage a young, perhaps timid, leader — reminding him that fearfulness is not the Spirit God gave.
What is the key verse in 2 Timothy 1:7?
2 Timothy 1:7 — “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
Is 2 Timothy 1:7 in the King James Version?
Yes. The full text of 2 Timothy 1:7 on this page is the King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain.