Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 2 Timothy 3:12 in English Standard Version "Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted," Ac 14:22 strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God. Tit 2:12 training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,