Titus 1
Mark Perry
Paul, writing to Titus, gives him instruction as he serves churches on the island of Crete. His job is “putting what remained in order” (1:5) after Paul has left. This involves appointing elders (1:5–16) and teaching the believers how to follow Christ in daily living—“what accords with sound doctrine” (2:1–3:11).
Stir Each Other Up
Mark Perry
Following Jesus Christ involves a responsibility to and for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
The Gift of Gospel Grace
Izaac VanderSchel
God’s greatest gift—His gospel grace—equips us and encourages us to share that gift with responsibility and without reservation.
Do Not Turn Back
Mark Perry
We must run with endurance the course set before us, looking to our pioneer, our leader, the founder and completer of our faith, Jesus Christ.
Persevere in Faith
Mark Perry
Because of Jesus’ sacrifice for sin and eternal priestly ministry, we can come to God with confidence. Furthermore, in spite of persecution, we must persevere in our faith in Jesus Christ. If we turn away from Jesus Christ, we can only expect judgment and destruction (cf. 10:35–39).
With All Boldness
Pastor Hamilton
Luke never lets us lose sight of his real purpose—to show that the risen Christ kept the gospel message going farther and farther out. Paul was in Rome because his mission was to be a witness to Jews, Gentiles, and Kings… “to the end of the earth” (1:8).
Take Heart (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
We must communicate God’s Word clearly and challenge souls courageously.
Take Heart (part 1)
Pastor Hamilton
Nothing would make Paul keep the message of Christ to himself. Our faith should be open and presented to the lost.
Better Than Moses
Mark Perry
Jesus, God’s faithful Son, is superior to Moses, God’s faithful servant and the “founding father” of Old Covenant religion. Just as the Israelites in the wilderness could not enter God’s rest because of unbelief, we too ought to strive to enter that rest by persevering in faith in Jesus Christ.
Servant and Witness
Pastor Hamilton
Paul was appointed to be a “servant and witness” (v. 16). As disciples, we have no higher calling or greater privilege than to be servant-witnesses for Jesus Christ.
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