Bible Chapter: Titus 3

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    The theme of this book is sound doctrine and good works.  We see that again in chapter three.  Be ready to do whatever is good and don’t slander anyone.  Being disobedient and enslaved to all kinds of passions and pleasures must be in the past.  The Christian life must have a past (sin must be in the past) so that our present life honors God and takes us to our eternal future.  Active participation in sin must be history.  God’s mercy allowed us to be saved.  His mercy does not say we are to continue to sin.
    We are to avoid foolish controversies and arguments.  These kinds of things don’t accomplish anything worthwhile.  You might win the argument, but what did you really accomplish?  These are divisive.  There must be nothing that breaks up the unity of God’s family.  This is not good and we are told to do what is good.
    As we do these things we will grow in faith, in the knowledge of biblical truth and knowing how to live a godly life.  These are good directions to go and grow.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    This chapter starts and ends with the challenge to do what is good.  This will come as a result of genuine salvation.  We must be eager and devoted to do what is good.  This is the kind of example that pleases God.  No, our salvation does not come from doing good works.  The good works are a by-product of salvation.  Salvation will also lead to a peaceable life that reject foolish divisions.

3.  How can I help someone?
    Since there is a strong emphasis here on doing what is good, it will be a great help to people when I do the good things that will please the Lord.  It is not just a matter of knowing what to do, but actually doing what God wants me to do.