Avoid the passions of youth. Here Paul means, not so much sensual passions, but such things as grandiose ambition, pride, love of power, rashness, stubbornness, etc. Some teachers avoid the sensual passions, but fall into these other things. And strive for, You must purposely seize these things and practice a positive righteousness!!! Compare Matthew 12:43-45 and notes.

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