15. Be eager to present yourself as acceptable to God, a workman who causes no disgrace, imparting the word of truth without deviation.
16. Avoid profane, idle talk, for such people will become more and more godless,
17. and their teaching will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus,
18. who have deviated from the truth by saying that [the] resurrection has already taken place and are upsetting the faith of some.
19. Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands, bearing this inscription, “The Lord knows those who are his”; and, “Let everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord avoid evil.”
20. In a large household there are vessels not only of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for lofty and others for humble use.
21. If anyone cleanses himself of these things, he will be a vessel for lofty use, dedicated, beneficial to the master of the house, ready for every good work.
22. So turn from youthful desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord with purity of heart.
23. Avoid foolish and ignorant debates, for you know that they breed quarrels.