16. But shun empty chatter, for it will go further in ungodliness,
17. and those words will consume like gangrene, of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus;
18. men who have erred concerning the truth, saying that the resurrection is already past, and overthrowing the faith of some.
19. However God’s firm foundation stands, having this seal, “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Let every one who names the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness.”
20. Now in a large house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of clay. Some are for honor, and some for dishonor.