Titus Bible Study
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Titus 2: 11 After all, God’s saving kindness has appeared for the benefit of all people. 12 It trains us to avoid ungodly lives filled with worldly desires so that we can live self-controlled, moral, and godly lives in this present world. 13 At the same time we can expect what we hope for—the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. 14 He gave himself for us to set us free from every sin and to cleanse us so that we can be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good things.
Titus 2: 11 After all, God’s saving kindness has appeared for the benefit of all people. 12 It trains us to avoid ungodly lives filled with worldly desires so that we can live self-controlled, moral, and godly lives in this present world. 13 At the same time we can expect what we hope for—the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. 14 He gave himself for us to set us free from every sin and to cleanse us so that we can be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good things.
To begin with brothers and sisters christian friends well wishers and saints of God as we look at the dynamics of the characteristics of the qualifications of Preacher deacons deaconesses elders and aged woman we find some galant glorious facts.
To begin with brothers and sisters christian friends well wishers and saints of God as we look at the dynamics of the characteristics of the qualifications of Preacher deacons deaconesses elders and aged woman we find some galant glorious facts.
The main character here is Titus and Titus is being commissioned and commanded and compelled to
The main character here is Titus and Titus is being commissioned and commanded and compelled to
I. Follow Orders from Paul his Spiritual Father in the gospel.
I. Follow Orders from Paul his Spiritual Father in the gospel.
Every young preacher needs an older elder statesman to lead and guide him/her toward good godly leadership for the body of Christ. Titus has been ordained and appointed to serve as pastor of the church on the island of Crete.
Every young preacher needs an older elder statesman to lead and guide him/her toward good godly leadership for the body of Christ. Titus has been ordained and appointed to serve as pastor of the church on the island of Crete.
Paul specifically told him go out and ordain and establish churches for the body of Christ. And so let’s dig into the scriptures from the God’s Word Translation in Titus 2:11 After all, God’s saving kindness has appeared for the benefit of all people. 12 It trains us to avoid ungodly lives filled with worldly desires so that we can live self-controlled, moral, and godly lives in this present world. 13 At the same time we can expect what we hope for—the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. 14 He gave himself for us to set us free from every sin and to cleanse us so that we can be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good things.
Paul specifically told him go out and ordain and establish churches for the body of Christ. And so let’s dig into the scriptures from the God’s Word Translation in Titus 2:11 After all, God’s saving kindness has appeared for the benefit of all people. 12 It trains us to avoid ungodly lives filled with worldly desires so that we can live self-controlled, moral, and godly lives in this present world. 13 At the same time we can expect what we hope for—the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. 14 He gave himself for us to set us free from every sin and to cleanse us so that we can be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good things.
From the KJV Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; 14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
From the KJV Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; 14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Turn to Chapter 1 Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; 3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour; 4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
Turn to Chapter 1 Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; 3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour; 4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
I see several things here
I see several things here
1. In verse 1 Paul is clearly In his rather lengthy greeting emphasizing the importance of the Word of God.“According to the faith of God’s elect” (v. 1a).
1. In verse 1 Paul is clearly In his rather lengthy greeting emphasizing the importance of the Word of God.“According to the faith of God’s elect” (v. 1a).
2. Paul’s ministry was governed by the Word of God. He was “a slave of God” I have heard Paul say I prisoner of the Lord. and
2. Paul’s ministry was governed by the Word of God. He was “a slave of God” I have heard Paul say I prisoner of the Lord. and
3. Paul was “a messenger sent on a special commission” by Jesus Christ. And the purpose of his ministry was to share the faith, and make clear that body of truth contained in scripture is the authentic Word of God. Brothers and sisters we “God’s elect” we are those who have trusted Jesus Christ as our Saviour. (Eph. 1:4; 1 Peter 1:1–5).
3. Paul was “a messenger sent on a special commission” by Jesus Christ. And the purpose of his ministry was to share the faith, and make clear that body of truth contained in scripture is the authentic Word of God. Brothers and sisters we “God’s elect” we are those who have trusted Jesus Christ as our Saviour. (Eph. 1:4; 1 Peter 1:1–5).
II. The Hope
II. The Hope
Look at verse 2-4 Let’s read it together 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; 3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour; 4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
Look at verse 2-4 Let’s read it together 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; 3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour; 4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
1. in verse 2 We have assurance for the future because of God’s promises, and God cannot lie (see Num. 23:19).
1. in verse 2 We have assurance for the future because of God’s promises, and God cannot lie (see Num. 23:19).
2. We are born again “unto a living hope” (1 Peter 1:3, NIV) because we have trusted the living Christ.
2. We are born again “unto a living hope” (1 Peter 1:3, NIV) because we have trusted the living Christ.
3. We believers have eternal life now (John 3:16; 1 John 5:11–12); but when Jesus Christ returns, we will enjoy eternal life in an even greater way.
3. We believers have eternal life now (John 3:16; 1 John 5:11–12); but when Jesus Christ returns, we will enjoy eternal life in an even greater way.
In verse 3.“According to the commandment of God” (v. 3). God reveals His message through preaching.
In verse 3.“According to the commandment of God” (v. 3). God reveals His message through preaching.
1. It’s about the content of the message being preached.
1. It’s about the content of the message being preached.
2. Saints of God“It pleased God by the foolishness of preaching [the message of the Cross] to save them that believe” (1 Cor. 1:21). To some people this ain’t nothing but hog wash but to me it’s my only way of Life.
2. Saints of God“It pleased God by the foolishness of preaching [the message of the Cross] to save them that believe” (1 Cor. 1:21). To some people this ain’t nothing but hog wash but to me it’s my only way of Life.
3. This Word of the Gospel was committed to Paul (see 1 Tim. 1:11), That’s why I don’t play with this. To e this is serious business. and it was serious to Paul too and then Paul committed the word of the Gospel to Titus. And let me say this You can’t teach what you don’t know and you can’t lead where you don’t go. So Paul is walking the walk that he’s talking.
3. This Word of the Gospel was committed to Paul (see 1 Tim. 1:11), That’s why I don’t play with this. To e this is serious business. and it was serious to Paul too and then Paul committed the word of the Gospel to Titus. And let me say this You can’t teach what you don’t know and you can’t lead where you don’t go. So Paul is walking the walk that he’s talking.
In Verse 4. Let’s read it together 4 “To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
In Verse 4. Let’s read it together 4 “To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
1. In verse 4 we see a clear shift of focus toward Titus. Titus is Paul’s spiritual son in the gospel.
1. In verse 4 we see a clear shift of focus toward Titus. Titus is Paul’s spiritual son in the gospel.
2.“After the common faith” (v. 4). The word common means “to have in common.” This faith is the possession of all of God’s people and not just a selected few. Christians in different denominational groups may wear different labels, but all who possess the same saving faith share “the common salvation” (Jude 3).
2.“After the common faith” (v. 4). The word common means “to have in common.” This faith is the possession of all of God’s people and not just a selected few. Christians in different denominational groups may wear different labels, but all who possess the same saving faith share “the common salvation” (Jude 3).
3.Listen to me Any departure from this “common faith” is false teaching and must not be tolerated in the church. Because it’s possible to come in the name of the Lord for all the wrong reasons. ( I saw a TV commercial where there was a wolf roaming through a hospital with sheep clothes on spreading a disease until he was stopped!!!.. Paul said we’ve got to spread Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. Let me just say this some times we go look for something deep deep deep in the word and it’s right in front of your face.
3.Listen to me Any departure from this “common faith” is false teaching and must not be tolerated in the church. Because it’s possible to come in the name of the Lord for all the wrong reasons. ( I saw a TV commercial where there was a wolf roaming through a hospital with sheep clothes on spreading a disease until he was stopped!!!.. Paul said we’ve got to spread Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. Let me just say this some times we go look for something deep deep deep in the word and it’s right in front of your face.
Paul say something profound in verse 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
Paul say something profound in verse 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
1.Paul said I left you there on the island of Crete because I trained you and equipped you to deal with them.
1.Paul said I left you there on the island of Crete because I trained you and equipped you to deal with them.
2. The people of Crete had started good by was now backsliding away from the faith. And all it takes is to go along with a little wrong at a time.
2. The people of Crete had started good by was now backsliding away from the faith. And all it takes is to go along with a little wrong at a time.
3. Paul had left Titus on the island of Crete so Titus could organize the local assemblies and “set in order” the things that were lacking.
3. Paul had left Titus on the island of Crete so Titus could organize the local assemblies and “set in order” the things that were lacking.
4. The island of Crete had some crooked limbs that Titus needed to straighten out. And then
4. The island of Crete had some crooked limbs that Titus needed to straighten out. And then
#5. Titus had the authority from Paul to implement any necessary changes that would help the Body of Christ.
#5. Titus had the authority from Paul to implement any necessary changes that would help the Body of Christ.
Lastly 6. Paul gave Titus the authority to ordain elders in every city. And one of the worst things in the world to not do is ( Be stagnant and not fix what needs fixing) God is a God of order.He’ll send you who you need to fix what needs fixing.
Lastly 6. Paul gave Titus the authority to ordain elders in every city. And one of the worst things in the world to not do is ( Be stagnant and not fix what needs fixing) God is a God of order.He’ll send you who you need to fix what needs fixing.
III. The Qualifications of those chosen as ministers
III. The Qualifications of those chosen as ministers
Titus 1:6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly. 7 For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre; 8 But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. 10 For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision.
Titus 1:6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly. 7 For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre; 8 But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. 10 For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision.
I see several things here.
I see several things here.
1. 1 Timothy3:2–3 says very similar things. Which means that whether in a small town or big city the criteria and the standards and the requirements are pretty much the same.
1. 1 Timothy3:2–3 says very similar things. Which means that whether in a small town or big city the criteria and the standards and the requirements are pretty much the same.
2. You must be blameless,
2. You must be blameless,
3. The husband of one wife,
3. The husband of one wife,
4. Having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.
4. Having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.
#5. In verse 7 For a bishop must be blameless,
#5. In verse 7 For a bishop must be blameless,
6.as the steward of God;
6.as the steward of God;
7. not selfwilled,
7. not selfwilled,
8. not soon angry,
8. not soon angry,
9. not given to wine,
9. not given to wine,
10. no striker,
10. no striker,
11. not given to filthy lucre;
11. not given to filthy lucre;
12. in verse 8 But a lover of hospitality,
12. in verse 8 But a lover of hospitality,
13. a lover of good men,
13. a lover of good men,
14. sober,
14. sober,
15. just,
15. just,
16. holy,
16. holy,
17. temperate;
17. temperate;
18. In verse 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught,
18. In verse 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught,
19. that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
19. that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
That’s a lot of character requirements.. I’m sure it will take God’s mighty hands to be that righteous in that many different areas of life.
That’s a lot of character requirements.. I’m sure it will take God’s mighty hands to be that righteous in that many different areas of life.
IV. Paul Gives Titus specific instructions on how and what to teach for ordination
IV. Paul Gives Titus specific instructions on how and what to teach for ordination
Titus 2:1 But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:
Titus 2:1 But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:
2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.
2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.
3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;
3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;
4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,
4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,
5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
6 Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded.
6 Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded.
7 In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
7 In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
8 Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.
8 Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.
9 Exhort servants to be obedient unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not answering again;
9 Exhort servants to be obedient unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not answering again;
10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,
11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,
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Titus 2:12
Titus 2:12
12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;
13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;
14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Farther directions as to the things Titus should and should not teach Titus 3:1
Farther directions as to the things Titus should and should not teach Titus 3:1
1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
3 For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.
3 For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.
1.Remind the believers to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.
1.Remind the believers to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.
2 They must not slander anyone and must avoid quarreling. Instead, they should be gentle and show true humility to everyone.
2 They must not slander anyone and must avoid quarreling. Instead, they should be gentle and show true humility to everyone.
3 Once we, too, were foolish and disobedient. We were misled and became slaves to many lusts and pleasures. Our lives were full of evil and envy, and we hated each other.
3 Once we, too, were foolish and disobedient. We were misled and became slaves to many lusts and pleasures. Our lives were full of evil and envy, and we hated each other.
I see several things 1. in verse 1 it means “cooperating in those matters that involve the whole community.” Our heavenly citizenship (Phil. 3:20) does not absolve us from responsibilities as citizens on earth
I see several things 1. in verse 1 it means “cooperating in those matters that involve the whole community.” Our heavenly citizenship (Phil. 3:20) does not absolve us from responsibilities as citizens on earth
2.The believer should not have a bad attitude toward the government and show it by slanderous accusations and pugnacious actions. The word gentle (Titus 3:2) means “an attitude of moderation, a sweet reasonableness.” 3.Christians are willing to compromise Listen now “where no moral issue is at stake”. I will comporise but I wont be compromised
2.The believer should not have a bad attitude toward the government and show it by slanderous accusations and pugnacious actions. The word gentle (Titus 3:2) means “an attitude of moderation, a sweet reasonableness.” 3.Christians are willing to compromise Listen now “where no moral issue is at stake”. I will comporise but I wont be compromised
Then in verse 3 Paul says doctrine. “Don’t be too critical of your people that you don’t consider to be that holy because you ought to remember what you were before God saved you!” Read Titus 3:3 I don’t care where you go in this bible it’s going to remind you of what you use to be what you are now and how you ought to be in the future.
Then in verse 3 Paul says doctrine. “Don’t be too critical of your people that you don’t consider to be that holy because you ought to remember what you were before God saved you!” Read Titus 3:3 I don’t care where you go in this bible it’s going to remind you of what you use to be what you are now and how you ought to be in the future.
4 But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,
4 But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,
5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
4 But—When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, 5 he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. We didn’t deserve it 3x.
4 But—When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, 5 he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. We didn’t deserve it 3x.
And as a result verse 6 in KJV 6 Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; 7 That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. 8 This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto me.
And as a result verse 6 in KJV 6 Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; 7 That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. 8 This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto me.
Then in the NLT the bible says in verse 6 He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. 7 Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life. 8 This is a trustworthy saying, and I want you to insist on these teachings so that all who trust in God will devote themselves to doing good. These teachings are good and beneficial for everyone.
Then in the NLT the bible says in verse 6 He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. 7 Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life. 8 This is a trustworthy saying, and I want you to insist on these teachings so that all who trust in God will devote themselves to doing good. These teachings are good and beneficial for everyone.
I love good preaching but good teaching is like meat that sticks to my bones. And when we truly understand that the Good Lord poured out His Spirit upon us! through the personality of Jesus Christ we’ll be better Christians, we’ll act better, we’ll do better, and we’ll maintain stability in the body of Christ better.
I love good preaching but good teaching is like meat that sticks to my bones. And when we truly understand that the Good Lord poured out His Spirit upon us! through the personality of Jesus Christ we’ll be better Christians, we’ll act better, we’ll do better, and we’ll maintain stability in the body of Christ better.
We won’t be lost and wavering tossed to and fro by any whim of doctrine. And the bible says avoid that foolishness. Don’t put up with that. I know “We wish we did not have “problem people” in our churches; but wherever you go, there are problem people in our churches.
We won’t be lost and wavering tossed to and fro by any whim of doctrine. And the bible says avoid that foolishness. Don’t put up with that. I know “We wish we did not have “problem people” in our churches; but wherever you go, there are problem people in our churches.
Look at what the word says a bout it.
Look at what the word says a bout it.
KJV 9 But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain. 10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject; 11 Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself. 12 When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.
KJV 9 But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain. 10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject; 11 Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself. 12 When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.
1. Paul warned Titus to avoid people who like to argue about the unimportant things of the faith.
1. Paul warned Titus to avoid people who like to argue about the unimportant things of the faith.
2. I’ve been around long enough now to know that when people bring up all sorts of hypothetical questions of about doctrine it’s usually because
2. I’ve been around long enough now to know that when people bring up all sorts of hypothetical questions of about doctrine it’s usually because
1. They’re covering up some sin in their lives,
1. They’re covering up some sin in their lives,
2. or they are very insecure about something they don’t want to reveal ,then
2. or they are very insecure about something they don’t want to reveal ,then
3. because they are usually unhappy at work or at home.
3. because they are usually unhappy at work or at home.
Then look at verse 10 The Heretic that’s another kind of problem person we should deal with: the “heretic.” This word means
Then look at verse 10 The Heretic that’s another kind of problem person we should deal with: the “heretic.” This word means
1. A person who makes a choice, but that choice makes that person cause divisions.”
1. A person who makes a choice, but that choice makes that person cause divisions.”
2. The Heretic is a self-willed person who thinks he is always right, He ain’t never wrong about nothing.
2. The Heretic is a self-willed person who thinks he is always right, He ain’t never wrong about nothing.
3 and then a heretic If he can run it he’ll wreck it. A heretic will go from person to person in the church, and force those people to make a choice to be on their side.My way or the Hwy. This is a work of the flesh… Man I try my best to keep my flesh out of it. Because Gal. 5:20 Paul says we ought to reject those kind of people because they’ll bring division and strife into the church and then it’s a big mess.
3 and then a heretic If he can run it he’ll wreck it. A heretic will go from person to person in the church, and force those people to make a choice to be on their side.My way or the Hwy. This is a work of the flesh… Man I try my best to keep my flesh out of it. Because Gal. 5:20 Paul says we ought to reject those kind of people because they’ll bring division and strife into the church and then it’s a big mess.
The commentator for this particular lesson gave us a vivid solution to these kind of problems . Listen to what he said, He said “How do we apply this in a local church? Let me suggest one way. If a church member goes about trying to get a following, and then gets angry and leaves the church, let him go. If he comes back (maybe the other churches don’t want him either), and if he shows a repentant attitude, receive him back. If he repeats this behavior (and they usually do), receive him back the second time. But if he does it a third time, do not receive him back into the fellowship of the church (Titus 3:10). Why not? “Such a man is warped in character, keeps on sinning, and has condemned himself” (Titus 3:11, literal translation). If more churches would follow this principle, we would have fewer “church tramps” who cause problems in various churches. Conclusion (Titus 3:12–15)12 When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter. 13 Bring Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that nothing be wanting unto them. 14 And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful. 15 All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith.Grace be with you all. Amen.
The commentator for this particular lesson gave us a vivid solution to these kind of problems . Listen to what he said, He said “How do we apply this in a local church? Let me suggest one way. If a church member goes about trying to get a following, and then gets angry and leaves the church, let him go. If he comes back (maybe the other churches don’t want him either), and if he shows a repentant attitude, receive him back. If he repeats this behavior (and they usually do), receive him back the second time. But if he does it a third time, do not receive him back into the fellowship of the church (Titus 3:10). Why not? “Such a man is warped in character, keeps on sinning, and has condemned himself” (Titus 3:11, literal translation). If more churches would follow this principle, we would have fewer “church tramps” who cause problems in various churches. Conclusion (Titus 3:12–15)12 When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter. 13 Bring Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that nothing be wanting unto them. 14 And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful. 15 All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith.Grace be with you all. Amen.
I see several things in the closing verses, Paul conveyed some personal information to Titus, and reminded him of the main theme of the letter:
I see several things in the closing verses, Paul conveyed some personal information to Titus, and reminded him of the main theme of the letter:
Paul Insist that God’s people “learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order that they may provide for daily necessities and not live unproductive lives” (Titus 3:14, NIV).
Paul Insist that God’s people “learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order that they may provide for daily necessities and not live unproductive lives” (Titus 3:14, NIV).
The only mention of Artemas; Tychicus are in the book of Acts 20:4.
The only mention of Artemas; Tychicus are in the book of Acts 20:4.
Then Tychicus’ role was that when He was with Paul in his first Roman imprisonment he carried the epistles of Paul to the Ephesians (Eph. 6:21),
Then Tychicus’ role was that when He was with Paul in his first Roman imprisonment he carried the epistles of Paul to the Ephesians (Eph. 6:21),
Where did he bring the espitles to?
Where did he bring the espitles to?
the Colossians (Col. 4:7–8), and to Philemon (cf. Col. 4:7–9 with Phile. 10).
the Colossians (Col. 4:7–8), and to Philemon (cf. Col. 4:7–9 with Phile. 10).
And so as a result Either Artemas or Tychicus would replace Titus on the Island of Crete, and then Titus was supposed to join Paul at Nicopolis.
And so as a result Either Artemas or Tychicus would replace Titus on the Island of Crete, and then Titus was supposed to join Paul at Nicopolis.
But who would tell Titus about this travel arrangement? It is possible that Zenas and Apollos (see Acts 18:24ff; Titus 3:13) carried this letter to Titus.
But who would tell Titus about this travel arrangement? It is possible that Zenas and Apollos (see Acts 18:24ff; Titus 3:13) carried this letter to Titus.
The orders were that Paul had sent them on a mission and Titus was to aid them all he could. And Listen to me, any preacher that can’t be under the authority of another doesn’t respect leadership and can not be trusted to lead.
The orders were that Paul had sent them on a mission and Titus was to aid them all he could. And Listen to me, any preacher that can’t be under the authority of another doesn’t respect leadership and can not be trusted to lead.
Paul ended the letter to Titus with a variation of his usual benediction (see 2 Thes. 3:17–18): “Grace be with you all.”
Paul ended the letter to Titus with a variation of his usual benediction (see 2 Thes. 3:17–18): “Grace be with you all.”
Grace—and good works! The essence of the benediction is that Grace—and good works! They go together!
Grace—and good works! The essence of the benediction is that Grace—and good works! They go together!
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Warren W. Wiersbe, The Bible Exposition Commentary, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1996), 268–269.
“Are you for me or for the pastor?” This is a work of the flesh (see Gal. 5:20). Such a person should be admonished at least twice, and then rejected.
“Are you for me or for the pastor?” This is a work of the flesh (see Gal. 5:20). Such a person should be admonished at least twice, and then rejected.
How do we apply this in a local church? Let me suggest one way. If a church member goes about trying to get a following, and then gets angry and leaves the church, let him go. If he comes back (maybe the other churches don’t want him either), and if he shows a repentant attitude, receive him back. If he repeats this behavior (and they usually do), receive him back the second time. But if he does it a third time, do not receive him back into the fellowship of the church (Titus 3:10). Why not? “Such a man is warped in character, keeps on sinning, and has condemned himself” (Titus 3:11, literal translation). If more churches would follow this principle, we would have fewer “church tramps” who cause problems in various churches.
Conclusion (Titus 3:12–15)
In the closing verses, Paul conveyed some personal information to Titus, and reminded him of the main theme of the letter: Insist that God’s people “learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order that they may provide for daily necessities and not live unproductive lives” (Titus 3:14, NIV).
We know nothing about Artemas; Tychicus we met in Acts 20:4. He was with Paul in his first Roman imprisonment and carried the epistles from Paul to the Ephesians (Eph. 6:21), the Colossians (Col. 4:7–8), and to Philemon (cf. Col. 4:7–9 with Phile. 10). Either Artemas or Tychicus would replace Titus on Crete, and then Titus was to join Paul at Nicopolis.
It is possible that Zenas and Apollos (see Acts 18:24ff; Titus 3:13) carried this letter to Titus. Paul had sent them on a mission and Titus was to aid them all he could.
Paul ended the letter to Titus with a variation of his usual benediction (see 2 Thes. 3:17–18): “Grace be with you all.”
Grace—and good works! They go together!