2 Timotius 2:20-22

2:20 Now in a wealthy home ¹  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. ²  2:21 So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior, ³  he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work. 2:22 But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others ⁴  who call on the Lord from a pure heart. ⁵ 

[2:20]  ¹ tn Grk “a great house.”

[2:20]  ² tn Grk “for dishonor,” probably referring to vessels used for refuse or excrement.

[2:21]  ³ tn Grk “from these,” alluding to the errors and deeds of the false teachers described in vv. 14-19.

[2:22]  ⁴ tn Grk “and peace, with those.”

[2:22]  ⁵ sn In company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart alludes to the value of the community of believers for the development of Christian virtues.