²² strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith.^(A) “We must go through many hardships^(B) to enter the kingdom of God,” they said.

³ so that no one would be unsettled by these trials.^(A) For you know quite well that we are destined for them.^(B)

¹² In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,^(A)