Timothy is being challenged by Paul to maintain a close relationship with God. It is the Word of God that has led him to this point in his life. The Scripture has been foundational in making him the man he became. Paul instructs Timothy continue to progress as a believer and as a man of God. Timothy evidently was opposed by some heretics and false teachers. Perhaps tempted to waver, and so Paul writes to Timothy to encourage him in his youthfulness not to be ashamed of God’s Word. Paul explains why we're to live by the Book, in verse 16, giving three reasons. First and foremost, we are to live by the Bible because these words come right out of God's mouth. Secondly, according to Paul, it is the most practical book in the world. Finally, the