1 Timothy 4:13-16

13Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to encouragement, and to teaching.

14Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was given to you through prophecy with the laying on of hands of the elders.

15Practice these things—be absorbed in them, so that your progress may be clear to all.

16Give attention to yourself and your teaching. Persevere in these things, for in doing so you will save yourself and those who hear you.