This passage reiterates purpose: God’s purpose through Jesus, our current mission on earth, and the Spirit’s ongoing purpose in our hearts. “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for…
Month: April 2021
Titus 2:7-10
This passage continues to describe Christlike conduct and character for those who wish to call themselves followers of God. “Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having…
Titus 2:1-6
This chapter begins with instructions for what Titus is to teach the church attendees / disciples. “But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves…
Titus 1:10-16
In this passage, Paul switches from those who should be guiding the church (‘elders’) to those who should be rebuked for guiding the church incorrectly (essentially, ‘Pharisees’). “For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision. They must be silenced, since they are upsetting whole families by teaching…
Titus 1:5-9
More of Titus’ church-building calling comes into focus – appointing elders. This critical role within the church is for teaching and modeling Christlikeness to others, which is why Paul states several important criteria for selecting these people. “…appoint elders in every town as I directed you – if anyone is above reproach, the husband of…
Titus 1:1-4
That’s correct, four verses. Titus is a fairly short book (46 verses, 3 chapters) so I feel an more expositional approach is possible. I often find a deeper dive into scripture is a healthy thing, especially since Paul is adept at packing large amounts of content and meaning into each verse. “Paul, a servant of…
A Prayer for Guidance and Discernment
As I take a moment to contemplate where to continue our journey through the scriptures, I find myself praying for guidance and discernment. Father God, our Glorious Lord and Loving King, Your kindness and grace know no bounds. Thank you for Your indwelling Spirit within Your servants, that gives us understanding so we may know…
1 Chronicles 9
This is the final chapter in our chronological journey through Samuel, Kings and Chronicles. It describes the remnant of Judah that returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. “All Israel was listed in the genealogies recorded in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. They were taken captive to Babylon because of their…
1 Chronicles 8
This chapter describes the genealogy of Saul and the Benjaminites. “Ner was the father of Kish, Kish of Saul, Saul of Jonathan… and Eshbaal (Ish-Bosheth); and the son of Jonathan was Merib-baal (Mephibosheth); and Merib-baal was the father of Micah. The sons of Micah: …and Ahaz. Ahaz fathered Jehoaddah, and Jehoaddah fathered Alemeth, Azmaveth, and…
A Prayer of Worship to Our Savior
Today I offer a prayer of worship and thanksgiving for Jesus, our risen Savior and Redeemer. Father God, our Magnificent and Loving Lord, You have blessed us so greatly by sending Your Son. You presented Him as a Lamb without blemish or spot, so His his precious blood would cover our sin. We are justified…