Godly Living

OAK HILL BAPTIST CHURCH

Godly Living

Pastor Tyson Bloor

Timothy - Titus Godliness Titus 3:7–11; Titus 3:12–15

A Final Reminder

Titus 3:7–8 NASB95

so that being justified by His grace we would be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy statement; and concerning these things I want you to speak confidently, so that those who have believed God will be careful to engage in good deeds. These things are good and profitable for men.

1 Timothy 1:15 NASB95

It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all.

1 Timothy 3:1 NASB95

It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do.

2 Timothy 2:11 NASB95

It is a trustworthy statement: For if we died with Him, we will also live with Him;

Good - καλός (kalos), ή (ē), όν (on): adj.; ≡ DBLHebr 3202, 3208, 3637; Str 2570 & 2566; TDNT 3.536—1. LN 88.4 good, fine moral character (Jn 10:11); 2. LN 65.22 good, fine value (Mt 7:17); 3. LN 65.43 advantageous, providing superior benefit (Mt 18:8); 4. LN 66.2 fitting, good, proper (Mk 9:5); 5. LN 79.9 beautiful, attractive form (Lk 21:5); 6. LN 87.25 important, pertaining to having high status (1Ti 3:7)

Good - טוֹב (ṭôḇ): adj.; ≡ Str 2896; TWOT 793a—1. LN 88.1–88.11 good, i.e., pertaining to the moral opposite of evil (2Ch 30:18); 2. LN 65.20–65.29 good, i.e., pertaining to having good value (Ge 1:4)

A Final Warning

Titus 3:9–11 NASB95

But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and strife and disputes about the Law, for they are unprofitable and worthless. Reject a factious man after a first and second warning, knowing that such a man is perverted and is sinning, being self-condemned.

Paul then reminds Titus to avoid foolish arguments, this is the same direction that was given in Titus 1:10-16 and also, the same instruction that was given to Timothy in 1 Timothy 1:3-7.

The Conclusion

Titus 3:12–15 NASB95

When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, make every effort to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Diligently help Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way so that nothing is lacking for them. Our people must also learn to engage in good deeds to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful. All who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.