3:8 This saying 1 is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, 2 so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people. 3:9 But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, 3 quarrels, and fights about the law, 4 because they are useless and empty. 3:10 Reject a divisive person after one or two warnings. 3:11 You know 5 that such a person is twisted by sin 6 and is conscious of it himself. 7
3:12 When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. 3:13 Make every effort to help 8 Zenas the lawyer 9 and Apollos on their way; make sure they have what they need. 10 3:14 Here is another way that our people 11 can learn 12 to engage in good works to meet pressing needs and so not be unfruitful. 3:15 Everyone with me greets you. Greet those who love us in the faith. 13 Grace be with you all. 14