2 Timothy 2:23

New International Reader's Version

Don’t have anything to do with arguing. It is dumb and foolish. You know it only leads to fights.

Cross References

1 Timothy 1:4

And command them not to spend their time on stories that are made up. They must not waste time on family histories that never end. These things only lead to fights about ideas. They don’t help God’s work move forward. His work is done by faith.

1 Timothy 4:7

Don’t have anything to do with godless stories and silly tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly.

2 Timothy 2:14

Keep reminding God’s people of these things. While God is watching, warn them not to argue about words. That doesn’t have any value. It only destroys those who listen.

2 Timothy 2:16

Stay away from godless chatter. Those who take part in it will become more and more ungodly.

Titus 3:9

But keep away from foolish disagreements. Don’t argue about family histories. Don’t make trouble. Don’t fight about what the law teaches. Don’t argue about things like that. It doesn’t do any good. It doesn’t help anyone.

James 4:1

Why do you fight and argue among yourselves? Isn’t it because of your sinful desires? They fight within you.