The Christian religion enters Europe, and more precisely Greece, through Paul's missionary journeys and it is there that the confluence of Greco-Roman culture with the doctrine of the Kingdom of God occurs. Paul must warn the heresies, that is to say the errors, that arise with this cultural syncretism, many of his letters have that reason, and the second epistle to Timothy does not escape the rule.
It is for this reason that the apostle Paul reminds us that the word of God is not to produce Byzantine discussions propers of the natural man, but to build, point out what is right, forgive and teach mercy (compassion, gentleness, kindness) to our brothers:
"Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen. Do your best to present yourself to God as an approved worker who has nothing to be ashamed of, handling the word of truth with precision. Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly" 2 Timothy 2:14-16.
The earthly and the spiritual are in constant opposition in the teachings of the gospel, the natural man is opposed to the spiritual man, Jesus calls us to a spiritual war, we must leave sin to enter the path of righteousness: "Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." 2 Timothy 2:22.
Those who live according to the christian faith must reject everything that comes from the natural man, because it is through this type of man that the works of the flesh come (Galatians 5:19-21), the holy spirit does not coexist with perversion or the falsehood: "Nevertheless, God's solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: ´The Lord knows those who are his,´ and, ´Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.´" 2 Timothy 2:19.
