They want to be teachers of the law, although they do not understand the words they use or the things about which they make such confident assertions.

Indeed, I know that the law is an excellent thing, if a man makes a lawful use of it;

the immoral, men who practice sodomy, men who make other men their slaves, liars, perjurers, or anything else that is contrary to sound teaching,

Yet, mercy was shown me for the very purpose that in my case as the foremost of sinners Jesus might display His perfect patience, to make me an example to those who in the future might believe on Him to obtain eternal life.

But make it your habit to let worldly and old women's stories alone. Continue training yourself for the religious life.

Make it your habit to pay close attention to yourself and your teaching. Persevere in these things, for if you do you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.

Make it a rule not to consider a charge preferred against an elder, unless it is supported by two or three witnesses.

Make it a rule not to ordain anyone in haste, and not to be responsible for the sins of others; keep yourself pure.