"Command and teach these things.
Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young,
but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.
Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.
Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you.
Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress.
Watch your life and doctrine closely.
Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers."
1 Timothy 4:11-15
Be prepared to tell of the wonderous works of God. Know that there will be others who look down upon you because of your age, your experience, your communication style, your looks, etc. There will always be critics. Just preach the gospel. Set an example for others in how to speak in love. Instruct others on how to live godly lives in purity and righteousness — turning away from all sin.
We are called to use our gifts. Did you know God can give you supernatural gifts for the edification of the body? He may give all kinds of gifts including supernatural understanding and knowledge of many subject matters. Ask him for an increase in your gifts and others. Consider Solomon. Was he not given an increase of wisdom? God is able. His children ask - his children receive.
Preach the Word.
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