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20 And in a great house there is not only gold and silver vessels, but also wood and earthen; and some truly for honour, and some for dishonour. 21 If therefore any cleanse himself from these, he shall be a vessel for honour, consecrated, and useful for the master, prepared for every good work. 22 And flee youthful, eager desires: and follow justice, faith, love, peace, with them calling upon the Lord from a pure heart. 23 And silly and ignorant questions refuse, knowing that they produce strifes. 24 And the servant of the Lord must not contend; but be gentle to all, giving instruction, enduring evil, 25 In meekness instructing them being in a contrary state; lest perhaps God may give them repentance to the acknowledgment of the truth; 26 That they may return to a state of sobriety from the snare of the devil, being taken alive by him at his will. 2 Timothy 2:20-26, Smith's Literal Translation. Public domain.
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