holding to the faithful message as taught, so that he will be able both to encourage with sound teaching and to refute those who contradict it.

For there are also many rebellious people, full of empty talk and deception, especially those from Judaism.

To the pure, everything is pure, but to those who are defiled and unbelieving nothing is pure; in fact, both their mind and conscience are defiled.

This saying is trustworthy. I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed God might be careful to devote themselves to good works. These are good and profitable for everyone.

All those who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with all of you.