Preparation
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Read, ponder, and pray about the following scriptures:
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a. 1 Timothy 4; 2 Timothy 1–4; Titus 1. Paul describes signs of apostasy. He teaches that learning and teaching true doctrine helps guard against apostasy.
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b. 1 Timothy 4:12. Paul teaches that we should be “an example of the believers.”
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c. 1 Timothy 6; Titus 2–3. Paul teaches that we should “follow after righteousness” and deny ungodliness.
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Additional reading: Bible Dictionary, “Pauline Epistles: 1 Timothy,” 747; “Pauline Epistles: 2 Timothy,” 748; “Pauline Epistles: Epistle to Titus,” 747; “Timothy,” 785; “Titus,” 785–86.
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If you use the attention activity, prepare wordstrips of the following statements, or prepare to write them on the chalkboard:
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To finish my course, I must:
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Learn and teach true doctrine
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Be an example of the believers
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Follow after righteousness and deny ungodliness
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Suggestion for teaching: Vary the materials and methods you use in teaching. For example, you might use pictures or audiovisual materials, a different discussion technique, or a different seating arrangement. Variety can help class members maintain interest in the lessons. See Teaching, No Greater Call (36123), pages 89–92 and 159–84, for materials and methods that may be appropriate for your lessons.