15Give diligence to present yourself approved by God, a workman who doesn`t need to be ashamed, properly handling the Word of Truth.
16But shun empty chatter, for they will proceed further in ungodliness,
17and their word will consume like gangrene, of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus;
18men who have erred concerning the truth, saying that the resurrection is already past, and overthrowing the faith of some.
19However God`s firm foundation stands, having this seal, "The Lord knows those who are his," and, "Let every one who names the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness."
20Now in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of clay. Some are for honor, and some for dishonor.
21If a man therefore purges himself from these, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, and suitable for the master`s use, prepared for every good work.
