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At the same time, they also learn to be idle, going from house to house; they are not only idle, but are also gossips and busybodies, saying things they shouldn't say.

Don't continue drinking only water, but use a little wine because of your stomach and your frequent illnesses.

Some people's sins are obvious, going before them to judgment, but the sins of others surface later.

Those who have believing masters should not be disrespectful to them because they are brothers, but should serve them better, since those who benefit from their service are believers and dearly loved. Teach and encourage these things.

he is conceited, understanding nothing, but has a sick interest in disputes and arguments over words. From these come envy, quarreling, slander, evil suspicions,

But godliness with contentment is a great gain.

But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these.

But those who want to be rich fall into temptation, a trap, and many foolish and harmful desires, which plunge people into ruin and destruction.

But you, man of God, run from these things, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.

Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be arrogant or to set their hope on the uncertainty of wealth, but on God, who richly provides us with all things to enjoy.

For God has not given us a spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love, and sound judgment.

He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began.

and that is why I suffer these things. But I am not ashamed, because I know the One I have believed in and am persuaded that He is able to guard what has been entrusted to me until that day.

I suffer for it to the point of being bound like a criminal, but God's message is not bound.

But avoid irreverent, empty speech, for this will produce an even greater measure of godlessness.

Now in a large house there are not only gold and silver bowls, but also those of wood and clay, some for honorable use, some for dishonorable.

But reject foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they breed quarrels.

The Lord's slave must not quarrel, but must be gentle to everyone, able to teach, and patient,

But know this: Difficult times will come in the last days.

holding to the form of godliness but denying its power. Avoid these people!