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13 Until I come, continue to read the Scriptures to the people, strengthen them, and teach them. 14 Use the gift you have, which was given to you through prophecy when the group of elders laid their hands on[a] you. 15 Continue to do those things; give your life to doing them so your progress may be seen by everyone.

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  1. 4:14 laid their hands on The laying on of hands had many purposes, including the giving of a blessing, power, or authority.

13 Until I come,(A) devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture,(B) to preaching and to teaching. 14 Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy(C) when the body of elders(D) laid their hands on you.(E)

15 Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress.

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