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18 They have strayed from the truth[a] by saying that the resurrection has already occurred, and they are undermining some people’s faith. 19 However, God’s solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”[b] and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord[c] must turn away from evil.”

20 Now in a wealthy home[d] 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.[e]

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Timothy 2:18 tn Grk “have deviated concerning the truth.”
  2. 2 Timothy 2:19 sn A quotation from Num 16:5.
  3. 2 Timothy 2:19 tn Grk “names the name of the Lord.”
  4. 2 Timothy 2:20 tn Grk “a great house.”
  5. 2 Timothy 2:20 tn Grk “for dishonor,” probably referring to vessels used for refuse or excrement.