There are circumstances in life that command special attention: a first kiss, the first day of school, first job, etc. At these times, the awareness is high because the occasion is unique. Similarly, Timothy needs to heighten his awareness to the forces seeking to influence the spiritual formation of the Church of Ephesus.

Scripture References: 2 Timothy 4:3–5, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, 2 Timothy 3:1, Jeremiah 5:30-31, Ezekiel 33:30-33, John 15:18-21, Revelation 2:1-7