21 So if anyone purifies himself from anything dishonorable,[a] he will be a special[b] instrument, set apart, useful to the Master, prepared for every good work.(A)

22 Flee(B) from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace,(C) along with those who call on the Lord(D) from a pure heart. 23 But reject foolish and ignorant disputes, because you know that they breed quarrels.

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Footnotes

  1. 2:21 Lit from these
  2. 2:21 Or an honorable

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