II. THE INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING CHURCH ORDER, 2:1–3:16 CHAPTERS 2 and 3 constitute the second main division of the Epistle and unfold the duty of Timothy in relation to the churches. The opening “therefore” is transitional and takes us from the general charge in 1:18 to the elaboration of specific duties. The division falls into three parts. Paul sets forth regulations concerning public worship (2:1–15), discusses the qualifications of church officers (3:1–13), and concludes with a personal word
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