Titus 3 Part 2

Titus 3 Part 2

“Grace in How We Treat People”

Titus 3:2

Remind the People

Being hateful

Have you had someone say something you that was mean and hatful?

We all have.

It can make us feel bad anger

Have you said anything that was mean and hatful.

I said something to a nurse once.

I wanted to hunt her down a apologize.

Marriage/Home

If there was ever a verse on how to treat one another in marriage.

Keep it in the back of your mind

Parent/Child

We will address some practical tips

Church

We learned last week the world is watching.

Job, neighbor etc.

Whatever kind of relationship you can think of applies.

Paul writes to Titus

Titus 3:2 (MEV) — 2 [Remind the People] to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, but gentle, showing all humility toward everyone.

Titus 3:2 MEV

to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, but gentle, showing all humility toward everyone.

This letter gives practical advice for daily living.

“Speak No Evil” – Guard your Words.

Your words reveal your heart.

NIV Says “to slander no one”

Βλασφημέω

It means to revile; to blaspheme; to slander

The verb = “to charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone.”

This includes gossip, sarcasm, exaggeration, online comments, and “just telling the truth” with the wrong spirit.

Why this is important

Words can destroy trust faster than actions.

James 3:8 NLT

No one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison.

James 3:9 NLT

Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God.

James 3:10 NLT

And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right!

Use this rule.

Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it loving?

We don’t win arguments by wounding people.

But be Peaceable and Considerate

The counter response

This seems so simple

We know it’s the right thing.

But… It’s not what comes naturally

It’s being contentious, quarrelsome, combative, argumentative, hot-blooded, gossip,

The world is loud, angry, and reactive.

God’s People are Different

Not soft on the truth. (set you free)

But strong on love.

Romans 12:18 NIV

If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

Some Good Advice

Not every disagreement needs a debate.

Facebook

Not every offense needs a response.

Typing that angry text.

Am I trying to win –

Or am I trying to reflect Christ.

Stop before you spew those words.

Married Couples.

Does wounding your spouse with words help?

Does bringing up past failures help?

Did you know you are disobeying God when you do that?

Let’s have a little bible study

1 Corinthians 13:4 NLT

Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud

1 Corinthians 13:5 NLT

Love is not rude (disrespectful). It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged.

1 Corinthians 13:6 NLT

It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out.

1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT

Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

Tragedy can strain a relationship.

“Always be Gentle” – Strength under Control

Not weakness

Don’t misunderstand gentleness for weakness

Matthew 5:5 ESV

“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

Fuel to the fire.

Harsh, contentious words add fuel to the fire.

When you have a wood fire going you don’t throw gasoline on it. You gently lay another log on the fire.

“A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.”

Proverbs 15:1 NIV

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Maybe a gentle word in that argument with your spouse, friend, neighbor, believer.

Fruit of the Spirit

Galatians 5:22–23 (NIV) — 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Galatians 5:22 NIV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Galatians 5:23 NIV

gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Being gentle and kind doesn’t make you a Christian or believer.

It is sure evidence that you are one.

Illustration

Screaming at a referee.

Tap on the shoulder “You’re the pastor of what church?”

It was crushing.

Maybe ask yourself.

Self…

Examine your heart.

Let’s Talk to Lord