1Ti 3:14-15, 4:13 | NIV | STEP | Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing to you with these instructions so that,

‏ 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Reasons for Paul’s instructions

14 Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing to you with these instructions so that, 15 if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.

‏ 1 Timothy 4:13

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