Titus

This series walks through the Apostle Paul’s letter to Titus, uncovering its timeless call for sound teaching, Godly living, and the strength to uphold truth in a challenging world. These classes explore Paul’s counsel for building healthy ecclesias, the qualities of leadership, the importance of grace, and the practical call to maintain good works. With a balance of doctrine and exhortation, this series refreshes familiar lessons and stirs us to a deeper commitment to the hope of eternal life promised by God.

For This Cause

The series begins by setting the scene on the island of Crete, where Paul left Titus with the task of strengthening ecclesias that lacked proper order. This class explores the background, the challenges Titus faced, and the importance of establishing elders rooted in God’s word.

Cretans Are Always Liars

This study examines the cultural struggles of Crete and the sharp rebuke Paul delivered. It shows how the transforming power of God’s word—not human authority—is what truly changes lives, and urges us to persevere in helping others overcome rather than abandoning them in difficulty.

Speak Thou the Things Which Become Sound Doctrine

Here the focus turns to the role of leadership and the qualities expected of elders. The lesson emphasizes that every disciple should aspire to these standards, reminding us that God calls us to be a peculiar people, known for lives shaped by His word.

The Grace of God

At the heart of the epistle is the grace of God that brings salvation. This class explores how grace teaches us both to deny ungodliness and to live soberly, righteously, and godly. It highlights the responsibility of each age group in the ecclesia to live out this grace as an example to others.

Be Subject to Principalities and Powers

Paul exhorts believers to live as good citizens in a godless world. This study draws out the balance between denying worldly lusts and dedicating ourselves to righteousness, reminding us that our blessed hope is the appearing of Christ and the promises of God which set us apart from the world.

Be Careful to Maintain Good Works

The series concludes with Paul’s repeated call for believers to be zealous of good works. This final class shows that discipleship is not just about avoiding sin but about living lives of mercy, gentleness, and service, demonstrating in every way the transforming power of God’s truth.

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