The Role of the Minister
Today's reading offers instructions for how Timothy is to act as a minister in the congregation. He is to prevent false teaching and practices from taking hold in the congregation and set a personal example of godliness for everyone else. His main responsibilities are in the reading of the Bible, preaching and teaching the doctrines and practices of faith. More than anything, a good minister focuses on these things so that people have a good foundation for their faith.
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Reading the Bible in Its Entirety
If you are planning to read the Bible in its entirety, you should read 1 Timothy 4 today.