Introduction In Chapter 3:1-7 we saw that the Christian’s posture toward the surrounding world is built upon the essential memory that we were once just like them. Yet, God manifested His goodness and loving kindness to us when we were His enemies. The language of “washing” and “renewal” (vs. 5) reminds us that our…
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Living Before the World – Titus 3:1-7
Introduction In chapter 3, Paul turns his attention to the Christian’s relationship to the surrounding world. The grace of God that has appeared (2:11) in the coming of Jesus has “redeemed us from all lawlessness” and purified us to be a “people for His own possession” who are “zealous for good works.” Paul says…
Motivation for the Good Life: The Grace and Glory of God – Titus 2:11-15
Introduction Last week we saw that the lives of Christians are to be characterized by submission and self-control. This is the kind of life that is in “accord with sound (literally health-giving) doctrine” (vs. 1). Though the world sees this as pure restriction and slavery, to those who know God, submission and self-control are the…
Stewards of God’s Household – Titus 1:1-8
Introduction: Blueprints for Growing Maturity Titus is a book concerned with how a fledgling church grows up into the maturity of Christ. By listening to Paul’s instructions to Titus, we have the privilege of overhearing the blueprints for building a healthy, vibrant church that is a living witness of Jesus’ character and life-transforming power….