2 Timothy 2:19-21

New English Translation

¹⁹ However, God’s solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”^[a] and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord^[b] must turn away from evil.”

²⁰ Now in a wealthy home^[c] there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also ones made of wood and of clay, and some are for honorable use, but others for ignoble use.^{[d] 21} So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior,^[e] he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.