2 Timothy 2:19-20

2:19 However, God’s solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,” ¹  and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord ²  must turn away from evil.”

2:20 Now in a wealthy home ³  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. ⁴ 

[2:19]  ¹ sn A quotation from Num 16:5.

[2:19]  ² tn Grk “names the name of the Lord.”

[2:20]  ³ tn Grk “a great house.”

[2:20]  ⁴ tn Grk “for dishonor,” probably referring to vessels used for refuse or excrement.