2 Timothy 1:18
“(the Lord grant to him to find the Lord’s mercy in that day); and in how many things he served at Ephesus, you know very well.”
What does 2 Timothy 1:18 mean?
Paul is asking God to show mercy to Onesiphorus on the day of judgment, then reminding Timothy of how faithfully this friend served alongside them in Ephesus. There's deep warmth here, a prayer for someone who stood with Paul when many others didn't. Paul seems to be encouraging Timothy to remember that faithful service matters, and that people who've helped carry God's work deserve our prayers and gratitude. It's a gentle nudge to honor those who've quietly supported the faith, even as Timothy faces his own challenging season of ministry.