⁷ But refuse profane and old wives' fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.

⁴ neither to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies, which cause disputes, rather than God's stewardship, which is in faith--

¹⁶ But shun empty chatter, for they will proceed further in ungodliness,

¹⁴ But solid food is for those who are full grown, who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern good and evil.

⁹ but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

¹² instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world;

⁵ Yes, and for this very cause adding on your part all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence; and in moral excellence, knowledge;

⁶ and in knowledge, self-control; and in self-control patience; and in patience godliness;

⁷ and in godliness brotherly affection; and in brotherly affection, love.

⁸ For if these things are yours and abound, they make you to be not idle nor unfruitful to the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

¹⁴ not paying attention to Jewish fables and commandments of men who turn away from the truth.

⁴ and will turn away their ears from the truth, and turn aside to fables.

¹² Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.

²³ But refuse foolish and ignorant questionings, knowing that they generate strife.

²⁰ Timothy, guard that which is committed to you, turning away from the empty chatter and oppositions of the knowledge which is falsely so called;

¹¹ But you, man of God, flee these things, and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness.

¹⁶ Without controversy, the mystery of godliness is great: God was revealed in the flesh, Justified in the spirit, Seen by angels, Preached among the nations, Believed on in the world, And received up in glory.

¹⁰ but (which becomes women professing godliness) with good works.

¹⁶ Herein I also practice always having a conscience void of offense toward God and men.