How early does Paul say Timothy was instructed?

Answer

"From a child thou hast known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation." 2
Tim. 3: 15.

To whom did this promised seed refer?
How did the people respond to the preaching of John?
How does grace, as the ground of justification, exclude righteousness by works?
Why did Israel fail to attain unto righteousness?
Of whom was Christ to be born?
What reward in this life is promised the faithful mother?
How will the ransomed of the Lord return to Zion?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle