Titus

Book Information

Author

Paul

Year

Around 62-64 AD

Category

Pauline Epistles

Summary

The Book of Titus is a letter from the Apostle Paul to his disciple Titus, who is overseeing the church in Crete. Paul advises Titus on appointing church leaders, emphasizing the importance of good character and sound doctrine. He also addresses issues of false teachings and encourages the development of a community marked by good works. The letter underscores the transformative power of God's grace, promoting a life of integrity, self-control, and devotion to doing good for the benefit of others.

Chapters

Titus 1 - Qualifications for Church Leaders and the Importance of Sound Doctrine

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 has in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed to me according to the commandment of God our Savior;
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Titus 3 - Living a Godly Life and the Importance of Good Works

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, showing all meekness to 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.
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