Titus 1:3 KJV [3] “but hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour;” Preaching is far more than public speaking or motivational instruction. Biblical preaching carries the authority of God’s Word. When a preacher faithfully proclaims the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit can gloriously change lives. The Word of God and the Spirit of God work together as the message is being delivered. We live in a world where several voices compete for attention. However, none of those voices possess the transforming power of God’s …
“God Cannot Lie”
Titus 1:2 KJV [2] “in hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;” This verse contains one of the strongest assurances in all the Bible. Truthfulness is part of God’s holy nature. Paul does not say God does not lie, but he says He cannot lie. Every word God speaks is perfect and trustworthy. You can depend on His words because they have never failed. Now think about the first phrase of this verse. God promised us eternal life before the world began. God the Father, God the Son, and God the …
“Helping Others Along the Way”
Titus 1:1 KJV [1] “Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness;” Paul throws us into deep waters right at the beginning of this epistle. He knew Titus personally as a friend and professionally as an apostle. As the servant of God, his goal is threefold in this verse. He wants to further the faith of God’s elect, promote the acknowledging of the truth, and produce true godliness. The spirit of helping others is woven throughout the entire Christian …