Map of Ancient Greece
Crete Island
Letters Written by Paul
Paul's Voyage to Rome
PAUL'S LETTER TO TITUS
Titus 3
III. Operation of the Church (2:1 – 3:11)
(continuation)
3.2 Instructions for the Christians of Crete :
Do What Is Good
(PHILLIPS & NLT)
3.2.1 Demonstration of Good Works
(Be Ready for Every Good Work)
(Be Ready for Every Good Work)
(NIV* & ESV)
a. In relation to governments (3:1)
(NIV*)
b. In relation to all people (3:2-8)
(NIV*)
b'. Graces of the Heirs of Grace
(NKJV)
c. In relation to false teachers (3:9-11)
(NIV*)
c'. Avoid Dissension
IV. Personal Messages and Greetings
(Titus 3:12-15)
(NIV*)
4.1 Final Messages (12-14)
(NKJV)
4.2 Farewell (v 15)
(NKJV)
(*) The Ryrie Study Bible – New International Version
Crete
one of the largest islands in the Meditterranean, about 140 miles long and 35 broad
It was a very prosperous and populous island, having a “hundred cities.”
The character of the people is described in Paul's quotation from “one of their own poets” (Epimenides) in his epistle to Titus: “The Cretans are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies” (Titus 1:12). Jews from Crete were in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:11). The island was visited by Paul on his voyage to Rome (Acts 27).
Here Paul subsequently left Titus (1:5) “to ordain elders.” Some have supposed that it was the original home of the Caphtorim (q.v.) or Philistines.
1) English
Titus 3:1-3 Intro: Paul is concerned that the new Christians on Crete Behave! ILL – Last word out of mom’s mouth most nights! Great Truth: Christian Morality flows from Theology! Titus contains two great Doctrinal Statement! ν Last week, more than “Ought to” and “better not” Why and How…. Work of Jesus on Cross and in Us. Chapter Two – How we Live with Each other (Behave in Church) Theology – Vs. 11-14 Chapter Three – How We Live in the World (Behave among Pagans) Read 2:15 – 3:8 Note: speak, exhort, reprove and remind Next week we will dig into the Theology, what we Believe (rich) Tonight, Morality… How we Behave in this Pagan world… ν Especially relevant for Southern Baptist from OK and Texas! How to Relate to those Over you in this World… Authorities. Vs. 1 – Be Subject… Be a good citizen of your city and of Rome! • Obey – not just in theory, but in practice. • Not only passively or negatively (not break laws, cause trouble); but actively and positively (good work as citizens) Matthew 5: 40 --- Sue for shirt, give him coat; Forced to carry one mile, go two! ILL – Infantacide was a problem in Roman empire.. Unhealthy or unwanted children abandoned Christians adopted them and raised as own! ν Ministry to Sick; Stability to Families… App – Live as Citizens who reflect the Glory of Gospel!! How to Relate to Those Around you in this World; Pagan Culture Vs. 2 – Notice the shift from Authorities to No One and All People Stop Maligning = Speak evil of no man, Slander no one Blasphemeo… ν Paul has strong words for false teachers; inside church and openly, to their face… Peaceable – not a brawler (kjv)… get along with public. Gentle – One the characteristics of Jesus…Gentle & Humble Showing Consideration – True Humility in all Relationships!! (No room for Pride here…) Vs. 3 – Before you get on your High Horse, Remember… Be Different Be Patient App – Lost people are expected to be Hateful; But not Us! Clear Application -- Quick, Clear… No Easy way… 1. Watch your words when you are talking Politics… about our President. Email Too! “Speak Evil of No Man” – gentle, peaceable, considerate.. ILL – Conversation of Cable News pundits and Radio Talk Jocks is not Kingdom Language! Colossians 4: 5-6 Everything you say ought to make it easier for a lost person to Listen to you talk about Jesus! Be Careful with your Words. 2. Consider how you could help with OKC Public Schools and Adoption/Foster Care. Be Ready for every good deed!!
2) Español
He Lifted Me - (Ele Me Ergueu)
He Lifetd Me
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