Although it sometimes is inaccurate when compared to the King James translation,the vast majority of the time the Contemporary English Bible which has been created by the American Bible Society, comes up with a crystal clear and frequently extremely beautifully worded interpretation of the Bible.Their interpretation of the verses in question here should rock you because of its forceful simplicity.Ready?

"20Timothy, guard what God has placed in your care! Don't pay any attention to that godless and stupid talk that sounds smart but really isn't. 21Some people have even lost their faith by believing this talk.

I pray that the Lord will be kind to all of you! "

WOW!