also refer to the ordination of pastors (1 Timothy 4:14; 2 Timothy 1:6). The last two elementary teachings (the resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment) represent teachings about the end times. While all the teachings are important, these last two are basic to becoming a believer. After believing, Christians should live out these words in daily life, and they should seek deeper understanding of God by studying the more difficult concepts in his Word. The author is saying, “You’ve talked plenty
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