These final verses of the book summarize Paul’s letter to Titus. “When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing….
Category: Titus
Thoughts and commentaries on the Book of Titus.
Titus 3:8-11
These verses provide some conflict resolution (or avoidance) suggestions to be used within the church body. “The saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for people. But…
Titus 3:4-7
In classic Pauline style, these next few verses are packed with humbling truth – we have done nothing to earn or deserve God’s mercy and forgiveness. “But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own…
Titus 3:1-3
These next few verses are impactful, humbling, and provide further context of Christ-honoring behavior. “Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. For we…
Titus 2:11-15
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…
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…