Titus | June 15, 2025
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Titus 3
8 The saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for people. 9 But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless. 10 As for a person who stirs up division, after warning him once and then twice, have nothing more to do with him, 11 knowing that such a person is warped and sinful; he is self-condemned. 12 When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. 13 Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing. 14 And let our people learn to devote themselves to good works, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not be unfruitful. 15 All who are with me send greetings to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.
Talk Sheet Questions
What are the specific instructions Paul gives Titus regarding “foolish controversies” (v. 9)? What topics does he say to avoid?
How do you determine what are foolish controversies and quarrels to be avoided today? How might you respond to them in light of this passage?
How does Paul instruct Titus to deal with a divisive person (vv. 10–11)? What are the steps he outlines?
How should we understand the phrase “have nothing to do with” a divisive person (v. 10)? Is this about exclusion, correction, or something else?
Is there anything of value for us in verses 12 and 13? Do we know anything about these people?
In what ways have you devoted yourself to good works? What are some ways you can devote yourself this week?
What is the significance of Paul’s closing greetings and the blessing of “grace be with you all” (v. 15)?
Prayer
Pray for the grace to avoid controversies and dissensions, and be devoted to good works.