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But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:
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That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.
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The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;
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That they may teach the young women to love their husbands, to love their children,
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To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
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Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded.
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In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
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Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.
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Exhort servants to be obedient unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not answering again;
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Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
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For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,
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Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
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Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;
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Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
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These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
📖 Titus 2 – Living According to Sound Doctrine
🧾 Summary of the Chapter
Titus 2 continues Paul’s teaching to Titus concerning the duty of a shepherd in building up the church. The main focus of this chapter is to teach the right manner of life for every group in the church: older men, older women, young men, and servants. Paul also emphasizes the importance of the grace of God, which trains us to live rightly, holily, and in expectation of Jesus Christ’s coming.
📘 Verse-by-Verse Explanation
| Verse | Main Point | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sound doctrine | Titus must teach doctrine that agrees with the truth of the gospel. |
| 2–6 | Counsel for various groups | Older men, older women, young women, and young men are all taught to live in self-control, love, and holiness. |
| 7–8 | Titus’s example | Titus himself must be an example in conduct and teaching, with integrity and honor. |
| 9–10 | Counsel for servants | Servants are taught to be obedient, not answering back, and to show faithfulness so that the gospel is honored. |
| 11–14 | The grace of God | Saving grace has appeared and trains us to live righteously and holily while waiting for the coming of Christ. |
| 15 | Titus’s authority | Titus must exhort, rebuke, and teach with authority, allowing no one to despise him. |
✨ Main Teachings
- True doctrine must be followed by true living
Every group in the church should show the fruit of repentance according to its calling. - Titus as a leader must be an example
Not only teaching, but showing a life that is consistent and worthy to be followed. - The grace of God is a training power
Grace is not a reason to live carelessly, but a life-changing power that leads us into holy living. - Waiting for the fulfillment of hope
Believers are called to wait for the coming of Christ with a life full of integrity.
💡 Spiritual Meaning
Titus 2 shows that the gospel is not only for knowing, but for living. The teaching of Christ must be seen plainly in the daily life of believers, from the old to the young, even in the place of labor (servants and masters). The grace of God trains us not only to be saved, but to be formed into a people eager for good works.
📖 Key Verse
“For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men.”
— Titus 2:11
