Setting the Church in Order
In this short study of one of the neglected books of the Bible,
we see Paul at his pragmatic best. For those who separate
things spiritual into "high" and "low", this book presents an
opposite view. For though Paul is dealing with the practical
questions of church administration, those questions bear upon the
very life of the church. Titus faces a severe test; he is a
young man, appointed over those older - and some of the older men
are corrupting the church. Paul's practical advice touches
upon the ordinary as it reveals the soaring grace of God.
| Titus 1:1-4 |
A
Compact Introduction - A compact introduction to
Paul, faith and knowledge and hope of the Christian. |
| Titus 1:5-16 |
Job
Description - The characteristics of elders - and of
those who oppose them. |
| Titus 2:1-6 |
Grumpy Old
Men - How the young minister is to deal with older
members of the congregation, and their failings. |
| Titus 2:9-15 |
Slaves - Wage and Otherwise - Guide for conduct by
slaves (wage and otherwise) stressing the temporary nature
of this world. |
| Titus 3:1-8 |
Civil Works
- The relationship between the Christian and the
state, especially in times of conflict. |
| Titus 3:9-15 |
Never Teach a Pig to Sing - Dealing with heretics (the
divisive) in the church. |
These lessons were originally delivered in 2000. A newer, shorter study on Titus may be found
here.