Observation: What do I see in the text?
1. Read the introduction in a study Bible to Paul's first letter to Timothy.
2. Read all of chapter 1 at least twice.
- Mark key words/terms as you read verses 3-6. An example of a key term in verse 3 is "strange teaching" which refers to doctrines that deviate from the truth. These are doctrines that are contrary to the doctrine of Paul and the other apostles.
- Mark key verbs/verbal phrases. An example of a key verb in verse 4 would be "nor pay attention." This verb is a present tense verb which conveys continuous & habitual action. They were instructed to never pay attention to "myths and endless geneologies."
3. Paul is writing this letter to Timothy who is minstering in the city of Ephesus. Whenever you find a city or a place in your reading it becomes important to not only take notice but also examine some significant facts about that city or place. This can help in better understanding the original readers and their social context.
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