Epistle of Paul to Titus

Paul wrote a letter to Titus to instruct him in his duties and animate. The letter is brief, with only three chapters, but contains a large number of instructions covering doctrine, moral and discipline. Martin Luther to express themselves on this letter said she "is the quintessence of Christian doctrine, composed in such a way that contains everything needed for the knowledge and the Christian life." (Pearlman, 2006). (Quintessence means the quintessence, that is, essentially, the purest, the best or the main thing.
Check nowOne. Author of the letter? The Apostle Paul2nd. When was it written? Shortly after the first letter to Timothy, probably somewhere in Asia Minor. Some commentators dating about 65/66 A.D.3rd. Why was it written (purpose)? Aiming to instruct Titus about church organization Cretan and to guide you in the method of dealing with his people.4th. Who was Titus? He was kind (Gal. 2:3), beloved friend and helper of Paul (2 Cor 2:13; 7:6, 13; 8:23). Messenger of the church in Corinth (1 Cor 8:16-18). He was confident and unselfish (2 Cor 12:18). It was a companion of Paul and Barnabas on a trip to Jerusalem (Gal. 2:1). Paul left him in Crete as supervisor of the churches (Titus 1:5). He was with Paul in Rome during his imprisonment (2 Tim 4:10).5th. What is the main theme of the letter? Counsels and exhortations about the doctrines of ministerial duties and with special emphasis on good works.6th. His key text is? Titus 1:5, 3:87th. What would highlight as main thought? The emphasis is on good works in Titus 1:16; 2:7, 14, 3:1, 8, 14.Eight. What is their content? Its content is divided into two sections: 1) The order and doctrine of the church (ch. 1) and 2) The conduct of the church (ch. 2.3)9th. About order and doctrine in the church (Chapter 1):a) What could we highlight the preface and salute Paul? (1:1-4)i) Paul refers to the glorious hope of the gospel, which is right because God can not lie (v.4), ii) the knowledge of the truth which is according to godliness - those who say proclaim the true gospel, must be willing to see your message judged in the light of the following fact: whether or not it produces godliness in the life of those who accept it.b) What is the purpose / special mission of Titus in Crete? (1:5)To organize the church (v.5)c) What are the instructions on the establishment of elders? (1:5-9)Establish elders in every city (v.5) observing the character and requirements of the personal and familiar. The ministry is authentic only as preserves the faithful word in accordance with the teaching of the New Testament, based on the message of Jesus Christ as preached by the apostles. (V.9, Acts 14:23, Eph 2:20).d) What qualifications (personal and family) needed to choose them (elders)? (1:6-9)Note: The word "elder" (Greek presbuterus - v.5) and "bishop" (Greek episkopos - v. 7) are equivalent and refer to the same ecclesiastical office. "Priest" indicates spiritual maturity and dignity necessary for the position, "bishop" refers to the work of the church as an administrator overseeing the house of God. (Source: BEP-CPAD)- Personal Qualifications: a) blameless (v.6), b) trusted steward (v. 7), c) not proud (v. 7), d) not iracundo (v.7) e) Not given to wine ( v.7) f) no striker (v. 7); g) not greedy (v. 7); h) hospitality (v. 8); i) the good friend (v.8); j) wise (v .8); k) fair (v. 8); l) and moderate holy (v. 8); m) holding fast the faithful word (v.9), n) can urge the Word (v. 9) o) able to refute those who contradict the Word (verse 9).e) What is the reason to be very careful in the choice of elders? (1:1-16)Eevido the presence of false teachers (vs. 10-16).f) What are the references to false teachers as: (1:10-16)
    - The character: insubordinate, talkers and deceivers (v.10)
    - Conduct: who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre (v.11)
    - The motivations: greed material (v.12)
    - Education: Jewish traditions and legends (v.14) see also v.15, Mark 7:1-23, Romans 14:14.
    - The claims: profess to be true masters of the Gospel, but his sinful life belies the profession. (V.16)DISCUSSION AND APPLICATIONS:(Personal responses, based on the book study taking into account our reality today)↗ What lessons should be taken and observed to church today?↗ We can identify false teachers today taking the same references made by Paul?↗ What precautions should be observed in the choice of those who want to serve the church in their ministries?10. Regarding the conduct of the church and on sound doctrine and good works (Chapter 2 and 3):a) Which groups and exhortations made to them? How important these exhortations to mutual relations? (2:1-15)To old men - (2:2);Older women and younger-(2:3-5);To young people - (2:6-8)Servants - (2:9,10)Such exhortations are important to the mutual relations because they take into consideration the next, denying ungodliness and every form of selfishness, thereby generating all kinds of relationships and glorifying God testifying of a regenerated life.- DISCUSSION / APPLICATION:(Personal responses, based on the book study taking into account our reality today)↗ Identify people in church groups, these exhortations which we would use for each?↗ Why these exhortations are important to us as a church?↗ What should be the Christian's conduct in mutual relations?
b) The grace of salvation is revealed to all and Tito should talk about it ... What requires the opportunity of universal salvation? Expose the three aspects mentioned by Paul (2:11-14)
(Personal responses, based on the book study taking into account our reality today)↗ As Tito, we must also talk about salvation in Jesus Christ? Why? For who? How?c) What is the importance of enforcing these truths? (2:15)We will be doing the will of God to maintain the doctrine and make known the divine method of salvation.d) What should be the Christian's conduct in relation to the outside world? (3:1-8)The Christian also has its relations with the outside world and these should also reflect his new life in Christ glorifying God. His civic duties should not be neglected, however, to have respect for authority and be zealous of good works also as a good citizen.e) The Christian has social obligations and duties? (3:1,2)Yes, the Christian must also be supportive and helpful, not to be insensitive to the needs of others and not negligent to their civic duties, be prepared for every good work, not infamando anyone, not being contentious, but gentle, showing all meekness unto all men.f) Expose, according to the letter, about salvation by grace and blessed hope.The basis of salvation: In purifying grace by faith through Christ, not good works (3:4-7)As we were before: 3:3What did God: 3:4-6Now as we are: 3:7And so we apply a: 3:8g) It is necessary to constantly teach the importance of good works?Yes Importantly, the believer is not saved because of good works, but practicing good works to be saved. Those who believe in God should apply to good works, for these things are good and profitable unto men (3:8).h) As Paul teaches avoid foolish questions and heretical?Ignoring them and not going crazy on issues because they are unprofitable and vain (3:9-11).- DISCUSSION / APPLICATION:(Personal response, based on their study, reflection and application)
↗ In the study of this letter contributed to their Christian life and what added in knowledge?


Note: (TT2 :11-14), verses 11 to 14descrevem The nature and purpose of the salvific grace: encina regeitar the believer to the decidedly impious passions, pleasures and values ​​of that era, considering them abominable (Titus 2, 12, Rm1 :18-32, 2 Tim 2, 22, 1 John 2, 15-17), and directed to empower the believer to live righteously, and godly'''', while waiting anxiously for the well - blessed hope and the appearing of Jesus Christ ( Titus 2: 13, Galatians 5, 5, Cl 1, 5, 2 Timothy 4, 8).
That'''' blessed hope is the glorious appearing of the great God and our Lord Jesus Christ and our union with Him for eternity. Such hope can be realized at any time (Mt 00:42, Lk 12, 36 -40; TG5; 7-9) - Jesus Will Return!