2 Timothy 2:23

Plain English Version

But you can’t argue about stupid things that are not important. If you argue like that, you might get into a fight.

Cross References

1 Timothy 4:7

Don’t take any notice of those silly stories that are not true, stories that lie about God. But instead, train yourself to respect God and take notice of him.

2 Timothy 2:14

So talk to your mob there, and don’t let them forget about those things. Tell them not to argue with anyone about words. Let them know that God is listening as you tell them that. If they argue like that, nobody wins, and anyone that listens to those arguments gets all messed up in the end.

2 Timothy 2:16

Stay away from people that teach useless stories that give God no respect, because if somebody talks like that, they just push people away from God.

Titus 3:9

But make sure you don’t argue with people about silly things. You know, some people argue about family groups from a long time ago. They argue about all sorts of old rules. Don’t do that. It’s a waste of time. It doesn’t get you anywhere.

James 4:1

Why do you always fight and argue with each other? I’ll tell you why. It is because you only think about things that you want for yourself, to make yourself happy, and you don’t care about anyone else. So you fight everyone else to get the things you want.