Paul’s Letter to Titus: An Introduction (Titus 1:1-5 Outline)

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This is a sermon outline for the introductory sermon in a series on Titus. This sermon was preached on May 28, 2023 at Pioneer Bible Church.

Theme: Right belief with the right confidence should lead to godly living.

The Greeting and Titus’ Purpose on Crete (Titus 1:1-5)

I. Writer: Paul (1:1-3)

A. Paul’s Position

  1. Slave of God – Like Moses, David, and Elijah (Joshua 14:7, Psalm 89:3; 2 Samuel 7:5, 8; 1 Kings 10:10)
  2. Apostle of Jesus Christ – The officially designated representative of Jesus Christ (see Ephesians 2:20).

B. Paul’s Purpose

  1. Strengthen the faith of God’s people (God’s elect/chosen).
  2. Strengthen their knowledge of the truth
    • Leads to godliness (piety/a life devoted to God)
    • In confidence (hope) of eternal life – Assurance of eternal life leads to godly behavior. Lack of assurance leads to self-absorption and deep anxiety.
      • God – WHO CANNOT LIE – promised this confidence of eternal life before the ages began.
      • God has now made this known through Paul’s preaching
      • God our Savior entrusted Paul with this Gospel message

Hope defined: “Hope is a present confidence based in a certain future” (Bill Commons, retired missionary with ABWE)

II. Recipient: Titus (1:4-5)

A. Titus’ Position – Paul’s true child in a common faith

B. Titus’ Power – Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior

C. Titus’ Purpose on Crete

  1. Put what remained into order (set broken bones)
  2. Appoint elders in every town as directed
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