Paul’s relationship with Titus illustrates a principle he articulated to the Corinthians: the desperate need for spiritual fathers, not just teachers or guides. Anyone can provide information or even good advice, but spiritual fathers provide something deeper:...
Paul calls Titus “my true child in a common faith.” This beautiful phrase reveals the heart of spiritual mentorship. Titus wasn’t Paul’s biological son, but through discipleship, he had become Paul’s spiritual son. The word...
God’s eternal plan was revealed “at the proper time” through preaching. This phrase “proper time” (Greek: kairos) doesn’t refer to chronological time but to the perfect, appointed moment in God’s sovereign plan. Just as Jesus...
Paul connects three crucial elements: truth, godliness, and hope. The truth of the Gospel isn’t merely intellectual information to be understood; it’s a transformative power that “accords with godliness.” True biblical knowledge changes how we...
Paul opens his letter to Titus by establishing his identity in two distinct but complementary roles: servant and apostle. As a servant, Paul acknowledges his complete submission to God’s authority. He belongs to God, answers to God, and obeys God. Yet as an...
