21. One who cleanses himself from these things will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, fit for the Master’s use, and prepared for every good work.
22. So flee youthful desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
23. But avoid foolish and unlearned debates, knowing that they create strife.
24. The servant of the Lord must not quarrel, but must be gentle toward all people, able to teach, patient,
25. in gentleness instructing those in opposition. Perhaps God will grant them repentance to know the truth,
26. and they may escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will.