We continue our series in the book of Titus. Last week, we looked at the character traits of the elders Titus was to appoint on the island of Crete. This week, we see the opposite: what the false teachers are like, from whom Titus must protect the church. Titus 1:10-16 For there are many rebellious… Continue reading Titus 1:10-16
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Titus 1:4-9 (part three)
We continue in our series in Titus. Over the past two days we’ve been sorting out the worms that jumped out of the can when we read about the characteristics of elders in Titus 1:5-9. The final part of that passage is important, but probably a bit less controversial. Titus 1:8-9 Rather, he must be… Continue reading Titus 1:4-9 (part three)
Titus 1:5-9 (part two)
We continue in our series in Titus. Yesterday, we opened up a can of worms by looking at the characteristics of elders in Titus 1:5-9. We looked at a few of the worms, but there are still plenty more left today. But first, read the text again to remind yourself of what we’re discussing: Titus… Continue reading Titus 1:5-9 (part two)
Titus 1:5-9 (part one)
We continue in our series in Titus, which began yesterday. Having given a preview of what the letter will be about (what it means to be a faithful, godly servant of God our true saviour) Paul begins by telling Titus his main reason for writing: to authorise him to appoint faithful, godly servants of God as… Continue reading Titus 1:5-9 (part one)
Titus 1:1-4
Today, we begin a new series in the short epistle of Paul to Titus. (Why? I’m teaching Titus this semester, so it’ll be helpful to me in refreshing my memory. And, since it’s inspired Scripture, I know it’ll be helpful to you as well – most obviously in its reminder about godly living in a world that… Continue reading Titus 1:1-4