Daily Meditations on the Bible / We stand with Israel
… full of meaningless talk and deception …
Summary: Paul points us to a key facet of rebellious people: They are full of meaningless talk and deception. These two things are very real and very dangerous. If we let them, they can steal our lives.
Continue reading “Titus 1:10 (b) — A Waste of Air”
For there are many rebellious people …
Summary: Understanding what Paul means by “rebellious people is difficult. It is probable that his only concern is protecting the purity of the Gospel.
Continue reading “Titus 1:10 (a) — Rebellion Defined”
… and refute those who oppose it.
Summary: Who has the authority to decide what is right? Who is able to refute those who oppose the Word of God? I will tell you who it is not: It is not the one who yells and bullies others into submission.
Continue reading “Titus 1:9 (e) — Perspectives”
… by sound doctrine …
Summary: People tend to cling to their own perspectives. It is hard to let go. When we read something we don’t understand, we put a sticky note over the words with our own understanding written on top. This is where disagreements begin.
Continue reading “Titus 1:9 (d) — Smooshed”
… so that he can encourage others …
Summary: We live in an imperfect world. Sometimes our words go astray or are misused. We need encouragement in the struggle against darkness. God’s Word provides us with a bright hope in dark times.
Continue reading “Titus 1:9 (c) — Bright Hope, Dark Times”
… as it has been taught …
Summary: The meaning of the word, “church” helps us understand who Paul is talking to and what his words mean. We are not called to a denomination, we are called to a public gathering in the name of Christ.
Continue reading “Titus 1:9 (b) — Paul’s Own Words”
He must hold firmly to the trustworthy message …
Summary: The message Paul has given Titus and other church leaders is much more than just a word, it is The Word from Jesus himself.
Continue reading “Titus 1:9 (a) — God’s Messenger”
… and disciplined.
Summary: The best discipline comes from within. It also often serves the will of someone else. Discipline re requires motivation and the best motivation comes from love.
Continue reading “Titus 1:8 (f) — Boot Camp”
… holy …
Summary: The Greek word translated here as “holy” has a deeper meaning. It points us to the nature of a person and their desire to please God.
Continue reading “Titus 1:8 (e) — A Special Kind of Holy”
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Summary: Merry Christmas!
Continue reading “Isaiah 9:6 — Who is Us?”