Approaching the Bible [Part 24]: Titus

Read Aloud

The book of Titus is a short letter with a strong backbone. Written by Paul to his trusted partner Titus, this letter focuses on something often overlooked: how belief should shape behavior.

If 2 Timothy teaches us how to finish well, Titus shows us how to live faithfully in everyday life.

1. Faith That Produces Action

Paul wastes no time getting to the heart of the matter.

“Faith and knowledge resting on the hope of eternal life.” (Titus 1:2)

Faith is never meant to remain theoretical. In Titus, belief is inseparable from action. What we claim to believe must be evident in how we live, lead, and love others.

2. Godly Leadership Matters

Paul instructs Titus to appoint leaders who reflect Christ in both character and conduct.

“An overseer must be above reproach… not overbearing, not quick-tempered.” (Titus 1:7)

Leadership in the church is not about charisma or control—it’s about integrity. Godly leadership protects the church, preserves truth, and sets an example worth following.

3. Sound Teaching Leads to Sound Living

Paul repeatedly emphasizes the importance of healthy doctrine.

“You must teach what is appropriate to sound doctrine.” (Titus 2:1)

Truth shapes behavior. When teaching drifts, living soon follows. Titus reminds us that right teaching isn’t restrictive—it’s life-giving.

4. Grace Changes Everything

One of the most powerful verses in Titus reveals the transforming power of grace.

“For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.” (Titus 2:11)

Grace doesn’t excuse sin—it trains us to leave it behind. God’s grace teaches us how to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in a broken world.

5. Devoted to Doing Good

Paul closes with a practical call to action.

“Devote themselves to doing what is good.” (Titus 3:8)

Good works don’t save us—but they are the fruit of a saved life. Faith that doesn’t move outward is faith that hasn’t fully taken root.

Final Reflection

Titus is a reminder that the gospel is meant to be lived out loud. Our faith should be visible in our words, our choices, and our treatment of others.

This letter challenges believers to ask an honest question:

Does my life reflect what I say I believe?

Christian faith is not just about right belief—it’s about transformed living.

Grace doesn’t just save us.

It shapes us.