Hold to the standard of sound words that you heard from me and do so with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, since he cannot deny himself.

and their message will spread its infection like gangrene. Hymenaeus and Philetus are in this group.

They have strayed from the truth by saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and they are undermining some people's faith.

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."

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.

and they will come to their senses and escape the devil's trap where they are held captive to do his will.

For some of these insinuate themselves into households and captivate weak women who are overwhelmed with sins and led along by various passions.

Such women are always seeking instruction, yet never able to arrive at a knowledge of the truth.

And just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so these people -- who have warped minds and are disqualified in the faith -- also oppose the truth.

You, however, must continue in the things you have learned and are confident about. You know who taught you

and how from infancy you have known the holy writings, which are able to give you wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.