[1] But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons,
[2] by means of the hypocrisy of liars seared in their own conscience as with a branding iron,
[3] men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the truth.
[4] For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude;
[5] for it is sanctified by means of the word of God and prayer.
[6] In pointing out these things to the brethren, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, constantly nourished on the words of the faith and of the sound doctrine which you have been following.
[7] But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit only for old women. On the other hand, discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness;
[8] for bodily discipline is only of little profit, but godliness is profitable for all things, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.
[9] It is a trustworthy statement deserving full acceptance.
[10] For it is for this we labor and strive, because we have fixed our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of believers.
[11] Prescribe and teach these things.
[12] Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe.
[13] Until I come, give attention to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation and teaching.
[14] Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was bestowed on you through prophetic utterance with the laying on of hands by the presbytery.
[15] Take pains with these things; be absorbed in them, so that your progress will be evident to all.
[16] Pay close attention to yourself and to your teaching; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will ensure salvation both for yourself and for those who hear you.