Note 8 at 1 Tim. 6:5: The word "perverse" means, "directed away from that which is right or good, perverted. 2. Obstinately persisting in an error or fault." (NAHD). This describes arguments that are common today over such issues as gay rights, sex education, what is politically correct, and a multitude of other things that are perverse and would not be topics of discussion in a normal society.

Note 9 at 1 Tim. 6:5: The word "corrupt" was translated from the Greek word "DIAPHTHEIRO" which means "to rot thoroughly." If you eat something that is rotten, it will make you sick. Likewise, if you swallow what people with corrupt minds say, you will become spiritually sick. Christians who have the mind of Christ (1 Cor. 2:16) don't have any business listening to those who have corrupt minds. "Be not deceived, evil communications corrupt good manners "(1 Cor. 15:33).