Why did the apostle say this duty was so imperative?

Answer

"For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap
to themselves teachers, having itching ears; and they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be
turned unto fables!' Verses 3, 4.

How did the father show his joy at his son's return?
What did the devout Simeon say when he saw the child Jesus?
Were the gifts of the Spirit to continue forever?
What should be the prayer of every parent?
While God is merciful, does this clear the guilty?
Which commandment alone of the Decalogue reveals the true God and Author of the law?
What precious promise has God made to His children?

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