1TI 1:18

18 Timothy, you [are like] [MET] a son [to me]. So, ◄based on/in accordance with► what [someone] previously ◄prophesied/told what God revealed to them► about you, I am instructing you [to strongly oppose those who teach false doctrines. You should oppose them like] [MET] a soldier ◄fights strongly against/opposes► [those who attack his countrymen].