2 Timothy 2:21-23

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

²¹ All who cleanse themselves of the things I have mentioned^[a] will become special^[b] utensils, dedicated and useful to the owner of the house, ready for every good work.^{(A) 22} Shun youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.^{(B) 23} Have nothing to do with stupid and senseless controversies; you know that they breed quarrels.^(C)