Correctly Handle the Word of Truth

¹⁴ Remind people of these things, as you solemnly charge them in the presence of God^[a] not to fight about words, which does no good and only ruins those who listen. ¹⁵ Make every effort to present yourself to God as one who is approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, correctly handling^[b] the word of truth. ¹⁶ As for pointless chatter, avoid it, for it will lead to an ever greater measure of godlessness, ¹⁷ and their message will spread like gangrene. This includes Hymenaeus and Philetus, ¹⁸ who have veered away from the truth, saying that the resurrection has already happened. They are overturning the faith of some. ¹⁹ Nevertheless, God’s foundation stands firm, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”^[c] and “Let everyone who calls on the name of the Lord keep away from wickedness.”^[d]