2 Timothy 2:20-26 ▼

20 In a large house there are not only utensils made of gold and silver, but also those made of wood and clay. Some are for special use, while others are for ordinary use.

21 Therefore, if anyone stops associating with these people, he will become a special utensil, set apart for the owner's use, prepared for every good action.

22 Flee from youthful passions. Instead, pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace together with those who call on the Lord with a pure heart.

23 Do not have anything to do with foolish and stupid discussions, because you know they breed arguments.

24 A servant of the Lord must not argue. Instead, he must be kind to everyone, teachable, willing to suffer wrong,

25 and gentle when refuting opponents. After all, maybe God will allow them to repent and to come to a full knowledge of the truth,

26 so that they might escape from the devil's snare, even though they've been held captive by him to do his will.