2 Timothy 2:16
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Stay clear of pious talk that is only talk. Words are not mere words, you know. If they’re not backed by a godly life,
Copyright 2005 Eugene H. Peterson.
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ESVEnglish Standard Version
But avoid irreverent babble, for it will lead people into more and more ungodliness,
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NIVNew International Version (2011)
Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly.
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CSBChristian Standard Bible
Avoid irreverent and empty speech, since those who engage in it will produce even more godlessness,
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NLTNew Living Translation
Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior.
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LEBThe Lexham English Bible
But avoid pointless chatter, for it will progress to greater ungodliness,
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KJV 1900King James Version
But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
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