The letter is addressed to titus, one of pauls converts see 1. Titus 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. In titus, paul commissions titus to show how the good news of jesus and. The epistle of paul to titus, usually referred to simply as titus, is one of the three pastoral epistles along with 1 timothy and 2 timothy in the new testament, historically attributed to paul the apostle. Titus walked in the same steps as paul, in the same manner of life 2 corinthians 12. Titus was sent to crete, to superintend the preaching of the gospel throughout.
Titus was to visit crete, infamous for its sin, and restore order to house churches there. To appreciate the full force of these words, we must observe that they are the apostles statement of the ultimate design of the revelation of god in jesus christ, and of all the wonderful powers and gifts which christ brought with him. This epistle of paul to titus is much of the same nature with those to timothy. Dec 10, 20 an unscripted versebyverse bible study on the book of titus. All gospel truth is according to godliness, teaching the fear of god. Book of titus overview insight for living ministries. Blue letter bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on christ and the gospel of his peace and righteousness. Commentary on 16 new testament books, from matthew to 2 timothy.
Titus commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Study the bible online using commentary on titus and more. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the word of god in order to refocus one. This is one of four pauline epistles written to individuals rather than to congregations the other three being 12 timothy and philemon. Entrance into the matter, by signifying the end of titus s being left at crete, titus 1. A study of the book of titus bible companion purchase swindolls living insights new testament commentary. Titus was to pass on that encouragement and counsel to the leaders he was to appoint in the cretan churches 1. Watch our overview video on the book of titus, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
But neither titus, who was with me, being a greek, was compelled. A study of 1st timothy and titus curriculum 19 lessons total. This summary of the book of titus provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of titus. Book of titus explained go to titus index titus was one of the circle of young men who were the many witnesses to whom the apostle paul committed the things given to him, so they could pass them on to others who in turn would teach others also 2 tim.
An o verview of the key events and bible people found in titus together with the famous bible stories and brief summary of the book of titus from the bible. This newly revised and expanded edition draws on gold medallion awardwinner chuck swindolls 50 years of experience with studying and preaching gods word. Smith, internationally noted bible teacher, seminary professor and lover of books, tabbed this the greatest devotional commentary ever written. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. The book of titus teaches believers how to live in a. Therefore, titus could be a pattern to other believers titus 2.
Dec 21, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of titus, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The intent of the gospel is to raise up hope as well as faith. Titus walked in the same spirit as paul 2 corinthians 12. Paul left titus on the island of crete for a special task. Instruction to live as good citizens in the world titus 3. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 66 a. Titus 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this. Book of titus matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Read titus commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. Bible commentary on the book of titus, chapter 1, by dr.
An unscripted versebyverse bible study on the book of titus. Titus free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. It was written to guide titus, a greek believer, in his leadership of the churches on the island of crete, for this reason i left you in crete, that you would set in. The foundation, means, and motivation for godly behavior titus 2. Titus was, as was timothy also, a close coworker of the apostle paul. Part of his job was to replace corrupt teachers in the churches with godly leaders. Titus chapter 1 verse by verse bible commentary matthew. Best titus commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless. Entrance into the matter, by signifying the end of tituss being left at crete, titus 1. For this reason one has concluded and maybe rightly so that titus was a brother of luke, the author of the acts of the apostles. He was with paul and barnabas during the council of jerusalem ac 15.
The apostle admonishes titus to be a pattern of good works to the young men especially titus 2. It is addressed to saint titus and describes the requirements and duties of elders and bishops. He was drawn to the ministry and became a coworker with paul, accompanying him and barnabas from antioch to. Paul in his journeys we have evidence from his epistles. Introduction to titus for this reason i left you in crete, that you might set in order what remains, and appoint elders in every city as i directed you titus 1. Titus is not mentioned once amid pauls companions in the acts.
So, it probably happened after paul had been a prisoner acts 28. William hendriksen timothy and titus geneva series commentary. Paul identified himself as the author of the letter to titus, calling himself a. The preface or introduction to the epistle, showing from and to whom it was written, with the apostles salutation and prayer for titus, wishing all blessings to him, titus 1. The preface or introduction to the epistle, showing from and to whom it was written, with the apostles salutation and prayer for titus, wishing all blessings to him v. Instruction concerning false teachers in the church titus 1. Therefore, titus had pauls authority to do the work. The book of titus is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader.
In contrast to several of pauls other letters, such as those to the churches in rome and galatia, the book of titus does not focus on explaining or defending doctrine. We conclude that titus got converted through paul as the apostle calls him my own son after the common faith titus 1. Read and study titus, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. A study of the book of titus bible companion purchase.
Titus was an early church leader, a trusted companion of the apostle paul, and a faithful servant of the lord. David guzik commentary on titus 1, in which paul challenges titus to appoint. Paul, having preached the faith in the island of crete, he ordained his disciple and companion, titus, bishop, and left him there to finish the work which he had begun. Study titus 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Study titus using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Gods love and grace transforms their lives, and they can then share the gospel with the world.
When the jews rejected the gospel, and the gentiles received it, we read no more of this apostle by his jewish name saul, but by his roman one, paul. You will also find options for commentaries on titus that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. The book of titus teaches cretan believers how to live godly lives in their sinful society. But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. That he was a greek, and brought up in heathenism, we learn from galatians 2. Titus with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Entrance into the matter, by signifying the end of tituss being left at crete v. The book of titus teaches believers how to live in a sinful. Commentary on the book of titus by matthew henry new. Commentary on the book of titus chapter 1 1paul, a bondservant of god and an apostle of jesus christ, for the faith of those chosen of god and the knowledge of the truth which is according to godliness, as usual, paul has no reluctance in identifying himself as a slave of the lord by choice or as a person chosen by god to serve him as an apostle. Commentary on the book of titus relevant bible teaching. Paul, a bondservant of god and an apostle of jesus christ, according to the faith of gods elect and the acknowledgment of the truth which accords with godliness, a. Study the bible on the go with andrews free online bible commentary. Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men. Titus 1 niv paul, a servant of god and an apostle bible.
The epistle to titus was written in approximately a. This is a great way to read andrews notes on a mobile device or computer. Swindolls living insights new testament commentary. Paul commissions titus to show how the good news of jesus and the power of the spirit can transform cretan culture from within. Discover practical insights into the book of titus. Entrance into the matter, by signifying the end of titus s being left at crete v. Titus was a partner and a fellow worker with paul 2 corinthians 8. In some bibles a subscription to the epistle may show that paul wrote from nicopolis in macedonia. It is addressed to saint titus and describes the requirements and duties of.
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