* An exhortation to holiness, and the whole church entreated to bear
affection to the apostle. (1-4) He rejoiced in their sorrowing to
repentance. (5-11) And in the comfort they and Titus had together.
(12-16)... [ Continue Reading ]
1-4 The promises of God are strong reasons for us to follow after
holiness; we must cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of flesh and
spirit. If we hope in God as our Father, we must seek to be holy as he
is holy, and perfect as our Father in heaven. His grace, by the
influences of his Spirit, alon... [ Continue Reading ]
5-11 There were fightings without, or continual contentions with, and
opposition from Jews and Gentiles; and there were fears within, and
great concern for such as had embraced the Christian faith. But God
comforts those who are cast down. We should look above and beyond all
means and instruments,... [ Continue Reading ]
12-16 The apostle was not disappointed concerning them, which he
signified to Titus; and he could with joy declare the confidence he
had in them for the time to come. Here see the duties of a pastor and
of his flock; the latter must lighten the troubles of the pastoral
office, by respect and obedien... [ Continue Reading ]