A) **2 Timothy 4:14** highlights the stark reality of significant resistance to Christ's teachings worldwide. Some of this resistance stems from religious beliefs born out of deception. Another form of resistance to Christian truth comes from individuals unwilling to lose money as their businesses are impacted by Christian values. Alexander is an example of the latter. In this context, Paul invokes the principle of "as a man sows, so shall he reap". Paul's warning is for people to be wary of such individuals. He identifies Alexander as an agent of Satan.

B) Moving to a more somber note, Paul mentions in **2 Timothy 4:16** that during his defense, he stood alone as everyone deserted him. He refers to believers who abandoned the cause, leaving him isolated. However, he doesn't wish for the Lord to harm, wound, or punish them. Instead, he pleads for God's mercy upon them, understanding the challenges of ministry work.