¹⁶ I always strive to have a clear conscience^(A) toward God and men.

⁴ For I am not conscious of anything against myself, but I am not justified^(A) by this. It is the Lord who judges me.

⁹ holding the mystery of the faith^(A) with a clear conscience.^(B)

⁵ I recall your sincere faith^(A) that first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice^(B) and now, I am convinced, is in you also.

¹⁸ Pray for us, for we are convinced that we have a clear conscience, wanting to conduct ourselves honorably in everything.^(A)

¹⁶ Yet do this with gentleness and reverence, keeping a clear conscience,^(A) so that when you are accused,^[a] those who disparage your good conduct in Christ will be put to shame.