20. But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor.
21. If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified, and fit for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.
22. Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, love, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
23. But foolish and ignorant questions avoid, knowing that they do produce strifes.
24. And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,