who must be silenced because they mislead whole families by teaching for dishonest gain what ought not to be taught.

Such testimony is true. For this reason rebuke them sharply that they may be healthy in the faith

They profess to know God but with their deeds they deny him, since they are detestable, disobedient, and unfit for any good deed.

In this way they will train the younger women to love their husbands, to love their children,

They must not slander anyone, but be peaceable, gentle, showing complete courtesy to all people.

But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they are useless and empty.

Make every effort to help Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; make sure they have what they need.