14 Do not neglect the gift you have, ^zwhich was given you by prophecy when the council of elders ^alaid their hands on you. 15 Practice these things, immerse yourself in them,¹ so that all may see your ^bprogress. 16 ^cKeep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers.