SOUND DOCTRINE FOR THE AGED The word "sound" here literally conveys the idea of healthy (Titus 2:1). Unfortunately, many people are not interested in sound teaching (1 Timothy 1:8-11; 2 Timothy 4:3-4). But, Paul urged Titus to teach such words for the good of those who would hear and obey. Specific... [ Continue Reading ]
INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUNG MEN AND SERVANTS As with all the other categories, young men are exhorted to maintain self-control. Titus, like all the other young men, was charged to be a model of good works. His teaching was to be pure, filled with reverence and so sound as to thwart any condemning words... [ Continue Reading ]
THE GRACE OF GOD The reason all types of Christians are to live exemplary lives is the grace of God. That grace was shown in the coming of Jesus to bring salvation to the earth (Titus 2:11; Luke 2:25-32). When one accepts that grace, he dies to self and is raised to walk a new life. His decisions a... [ Continue Reading ]
LOOKING FOR THE LORD The Christian can change his style of living because he has changed his focus. Instead of focusing on the here and now, he is expectantly awaiting the return of the Savior (Titus 2:13; 1 Corinthians 16:22; Revelation 22:20). His hope is in Christ and the glory he promised. Like... [ Continue Reading ]