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2 Timothy 2:23-26

New Revised Standard NRS

23 Have nothing to do with stupid and senseless controversies; you know that they breed quarrels.

24 And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kindly to everyone, an apt teacher, patient,

25 correcting opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant that they will repent and come to know the truth,

26 and that they may escape from the snare of the devil, having been held captive by him to do his will.

New International Version NIV

23 Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels.

24 And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.

25 Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth,

26 and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will.