"But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless." Titus 3:9 As Paul brings his letter to Titus to an end he gives him some practical advice. This advice is avoid foolish arguments and controversies. People love to debate things. Many people are "experts" in... Continue Reading →
Titus 3:3 What You Once Was
"At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another." Titus 3:3 Paul admits his bad past, what he once was like. In this admission he also adds other believers who he is writing to.... Continue Reading →
Titus 2:6 Self-Control
"Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled." Titus 2:6 Paul is giving Titus some instructions in leading the church. He had just told him how to instruct the older men and women. One of the things that was the same for both was that they be self-controlled. Now he is talking about teaching the younger... Continue Reading →
Titus 1:16 What Actions Really Say
"They claim to know God, but by their actions they deny him. They are detestable, disobedient and unfit for doing anything good." Titus 1:16 Paul had just stated in a very harsh way that many from Crete were corrupt and liars. On the surface it sounds like he is talking about people who do not... Continue Reading →
Titus 1:8 How You Should Be
"Rather, he must be hospitable, one who loves what is good, who is self-controlled, upright, holy and disciplined." Titus 1:8 As Paul opens his letter to Titus, he gives some instructions for a person who is an over-seer. An over-seer is the pastor or lead elder of the church. He starts with some things that... Continue Reading →
