19 However, the solid foundation of God stands firm, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”[a] and “Everyone who names the name of the Lord must abstain from unrighteousness.”

20 Now in a great house there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also wooden and earthenware ones, some of which are for honorable use, and some of which are for ordinary use. 21 Therefore, if someone cleanses himself from these things, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful to the Master, prepared for every good work.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Timothy 2:19 A quotation from Num 16:5