2 Timothy 2:14-21

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on 2 Timothy 2:14-21

14Remind the believers of these things, charging them before God to avoid quarreling over words, which succeeds only in leading the listeners to ruin.
15Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth.
16But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness,
17and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus,
18who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some.
19Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”
20A large house contains not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay. Some indeed are for honorable use, but others are for common use.
21So if anyone cleanses himself of what is unfit, he will be a vessel for honor: sanctified, useful to the Master, and prepared for every good work.
— 2 Timothy 2:14-21

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If a man cleanses himself he will be an intrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the master and prepared to do any good work. - 2 Timothy 2:21

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