Have nothing to do with stupid and senseless controversies; you know that they breed quarrels.
and not to occupy themselves with myths and endless genealogies that promote speculations rather than the divine training that is known by faith.
Have nothing to do with profane and foolish tales. Train yourself in godliness,
Remind them of this, and warn them before the Lord that they are to avoid wrangling over words, which does no good but only ruins those who are listening.
Avoid profane chatter, for it will lead people into more and more impiety,
But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.
Those conflicts and disputes among you, where do they come from? Do they not come from your cravings that are at war within you?