9. This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance.
10. In fact, we labor and strive for this, because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of everyone, especially of those who believe.
11. Command and teach these things.
12. Let no one despise your youth; instead, you should be an example to the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
13. Until I come, give your attention to public reading, exhortation, and teaching.
14. Do not neglect the gift that is in you; it was given to you through prophecy, with the laying on of hands by the council of elders.
15. Practice these things; be committed to them, so that your progress may be evident to all.
16. Pay close attention to your life and your teaching; persevere in these things, for by doing this you will save both yourself and your hearers.