wanting to be teachers of the Law [of Moses], even though they do not understand the terms they use or the subjects about which they make [such] confident declarations.

This [kind of praying] is good and acceptable and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,

No longer continue drinking [only] water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent illnesses.

and perpetual friction between men who are corrupted in mind and deprived of the truth, who think that godliness is a source of profit [a lucrative, money-making business—withdraw from them].

which some have professed and by doing so have erred (missed the mark) and strayed from the faith.Grace be with you.