2 Timothy 2:1-26 NET

[1] So you, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. [2] And what you heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful people who will be competent to teach others as well. [3] Take your share of suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. [4] No one in military service gets entangled in matters of everyday life; otherwise he will not please the one who recruited him. [5] Also, if anyone competes as an athlete, he will not be crowned as the winner unless he competes according to the rules. [6] The farmer who works hard ought to have the first share of the crops. [7] Think about what I am saying and the Lord will give you understanding of all this. [8] Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David; such is my gospel, [9] for which I suffer hardship to the point of imprisonment as a criminal, but God's message is not imprisoned! [10] So I endure all things for the sake of those chosen by God, that they too may obtain salvation in Christ Jesus and its eternal glory. [11] This saying is trustworthy: If we died with him, we will also live with him. [12] If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we deny him, he will also deny us. [13] If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, since he cannot deny himself. [14] Remind people of these things and solemnly charge them before the Lord not to wrangle over words. This is of no benefit; it just brings ruin on those who listen. [15] Make every effort to present yourself before God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed, teaching the message of truth accurately. [16] But avoid profane chatter, because those occupied with it will stray further and further into ungodliness, [17] and their message will spread its infection like gangrene. Hymenaeus and Philetus are in this group. [18] They have strayed from the truth by saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and they are undermining some people's faith. [19] However, God's solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: "The Lord knows those who are his," and "Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from evil." [20] Now in a wealthy home 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. [21] So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work. [22] But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart. [23] But reject foolish and ignorant controversies, because you know they breed infighting. [24] And the Lord's slave must not engage in heated disputes but be kind toward all, an apt teacher, patient, [25] correcting opponents with gentleness. Perhaps God will grant them repentance and then knowledge of the truth [26] and they will come to their senses and escape the devil's trap where they are held captive to do his will.