2 Timothy 2:14-16
New American Standard Bible 1995
An Unashamed Workman
14 Remind them of these things, and solemnly (A)charge them in the presence of God not to (B)wrangle about words, which is useless and leads to the ruin of the hearers. 15 Be diligent to (C)present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling (D)the word of truth. 16 But (E)avoid (F)worldly and empty chatter, for [a]it will lead to further ungodliness,
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- 2 Timothy 2:16 Lit they will make further progress in ungodliness
2 Timothy 2:14-16
New International Version
Dealing With False Teachers
14 Keep reminding God’s people of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words;(A) it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen. 15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.(B) 16 Avoid godless chatter,(C) because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly.
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