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Titus

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Titus. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

The Hope of Eternal Life

The Hope of Eternal Life – Titus 1:2-3

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As believers in the Lord Jesus, we have the hope of eternal life. Not a wishful hope, but a confident assurance in our ultimate salvation.

hold firmly to sound doctrine

Hold Firmly to Sound Doctrine – Titus 1:9

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It is important for all believers to hold firmly to sound doctrine. It will keep us from error and will enable us to pass our faith on.

By their actions

By Their Actions, They Deny Him – Titus 1:16

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Can the world around me recognize the truth of my relationship with Christ by the life I live? Or by my actions and words do I deny him?

Sound Doctrine and Ethics

Sound Doctrine and Ethics – Titus 2:1

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It is important that we teach ethics alongside of sound doctrine. It is not enough for us to have right beliefs. We need to live holy lives.

integrity in action and teaching

Demonstrating Integrity in Action and Teaching – Titus 2:7-8

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Paul's instruction here to Titus is applicable to all believers. Be an example. Show integrity in your actions as well as in your teaching.

salvation offered to all people

Salvation Offered to All People – Titus 2:11

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God's grace offers salvation to all people. None of us are worthy of his salvation. But he graciously offers it to all.

Say no to ungodliness

Say No to Ungodliness – Titus 2:12

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Dare to be different, to say no to the ungodliness that is so rampant in our society. Instead, live an upright and godly life.

While We Wait for the Blessed Hope

While We Wait for the Blessed Hope – Titus 2:13

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We have a blessed hope in Christ. That he will return for us and be with us for eternity. And that hope should impact our lives now.

Relating to people

Instructions for Relating to People – Titus 3:1

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Rules for life! Paul gives us in this short passage some instructions for relating to various groups that we come into contact with.

saved because of his mercy

Because of His Mercy – Titus 3:3-5

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God did not call me because I was anyway worthy of it. I was far from worthy. He saved me because of his great mercy toward me.

We are saved because of God's mercy

Saved, Because of His Mercy – Titus 3:4-5a

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God will save us, not because of anything we do, but because of his mercy. He will save all who call to him with faith in the Lord Jesus.

working of the triune God

The Working of the Triune God – Titus 3:5-7

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Each person of the triune God works in our salvation. The Father sends the Son to save. And he send the Spirit to wash and renew.