Bible Strands
2 Timothy 1:10
And now He has revealed this grace through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has abolished death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the gospel,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to Timothy, framing his own appointment as preacher and apostle (2 Timothy 1:11) within the historical moment of Christ’s manifestation. He addresses the believer’s calling against the backdrop of grace granted before time began (2 Timothy 1:9).
The words — φανερωθεῖσαν (phanerōtheisan) means "having been made manifest," and ἐπιφανείας (epiphaneias) translates to "appearing." These terms mark the shift from hidden purpose to visible action in Christ.
The thread — The disclosure of grace and life runs through Titus 2:11, Romans 16:26, and 1 John 1:2. Each passage tracks the movement from eternal purpose to public revelation through Christ.
Why it lands — The text states that Christ’s appearing abolished death and illuminated the path to life and immortality through the gospel. Readers must anchor their understanding of salvation in this historical manifestation rather than abstract theory.
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The Greek words
King James Version
But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:
Cross-references
- 1 John 1:2 And this is the life that was revealed; we have seen it and testified to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us.
- Romans 16:26 but now revealed and made known through the writings of the prophets by the command of the eternal God, in order to lead all nations to the obedience that comes from faith—
- Titus 2:11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone.
- 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.
- 1 Corinthians 15:26 The last enemy to be destroyed is death.
- Hebrews 2:14 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil,
- Romans 2:7 To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.
- Hosea 13:14 I will ransom them from the power of Sheol; I will redeem them from Death. Where, O Death, are your plagues? Where, O Sheol, is your sting? Compassion is hidden from My eyes.
- John 5:24 Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever hears My word and believes Him who sent Me has eternal life and will not come under judgment. Indeed, he has crossed over from death to life.
- John 11:25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies.