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This series of messages was constructed by Shawn Evans, while a student in theDoctorateCourse at The Center For Expository Bible Preaching. For you to enroll in thiswonderfulschool - Click hereTruths From The Book Of TitusSermon SeriesBy Brother Shawn P. EvansSection #1 The Preacher1). The Call Of A God Called Preacher2). The Conduct Of A God Called Preacher3). The Commission Of A God Called PreacherSection #2 The People2-1). The Example Of The Elderly Men2-2). The Example Of The Elderly Women2-3). The Example Of The Elderly StatesmenSection # 3 The Practical
3-1). The Grace Of God Towards Men Part 13-2). The Grace Of God Towards Men Part 23-3). The Goodness Of God Towards Men3-4). The Gathering of God Taking Men3-5). The Goodbye Of A God Called PreacherTruths From The Book Of TitusSection 1 The PreacherSermon #1
The Call of a God Called PreacherTitus 1:1Introduction:In the course of the ministry preachers may preach to thousands and thousands of people. Most,however, are lost and headed for a devils hell. Preachers preach and preach may not see the results of theirwork. But there is a time when someone to whom the preacher preached the Gospel to bears the fruit of Godand this becomes pleasant fruit to the preacher.In the case of Paul, who preached the Gospel for years and years, he saw the fruit of this ministryin the life of one his converts named Titus. His name just so happens to mean pleasant. Titus was a manwho loved the Lord and wanted to serve Him. In this message I would like to show you a few of thecharacteristics of a God called man. He can serve to us preachers and Christians alike as a Model of a GodCalled Man.I). The Redemption of TitusA) Salvation of Titus1) Greek man sought under the ministry of Paul by the grace of God2) Greek man saved under the ministry of Paul by the grace of GodB). Sonship of Titus1) Son of God (born again John 1:12)2) Son of Paul (Titus 1:4 notice the words “ mine own son after the common faith ”)II). The Refreshing of TitusA). Succoring from Titus1). Titus gives comfort2 Corinthians 7:6B). Succoring for Titus1). Titus gets comfort2 Corinthians 7:13III). The Relationship of TitusA). Side-kick of Paul
1). Friendship (2 Corinthians 8:23)2). Fellowship ( Titus 1:4)B). Supporter of Paul1). Co-worker of Paul in the Gospel (2 Corinthians 8:23)IV). The Routes of TitusA). Sent to Corinth2 Corinthians 12:17-18B). Stationed at CreteTitus 1:10-13Conclusion: The Lord saved Titus from hell and He lead Titus to follow the Apostle Paul to aid himand comfort him and to be a friend. We can learn a lot from this man of God. What a great examplehe has left us to follow.Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 1 The PreacherSermon #2The Conduct Of A God Called PreacherI. The Pastors Family MattersA. The Preacher Is To Be Pure1. His Life Is Unpolluted2. His Life Is Unblemishedvs. 6
B. The Preacher Is To Be Of One Partner1. His Marriage Is Unadulterated2. His Marriage Is UnblemishedC. The Preacher Is To Be a Godly Parent1. Children Are Not Disobedient2. Children Are Not DisorderlyII. The Pastors Frame of Mindvs. 7-8A. The Pastor Needs To Be A Man Of Godly Discipline1. He Is To Be Controlled By The Word In The Matter of His Temper2. He Is To Be Controlled By The Word In The Matter of His Temptationa. The Allurement Of Arroganceb. The Allurement Of Alcoholc. The Allurement Of AccumulationB. The Pastor Needs To Be A Man Of Godly Desire1. He Is To Have A Love For Hospitality2. He Is To Have A Love For HolinessC. The Pastor Needs To Be A Man Of Godly DevotionIII. The Pastors Final ManualA. He is To Protect The Faithful Word1. He Is Defending It2. He Is Delighting In ItB. He Is To Proclaim The Faithful Word1. He Has Been Preached To2. He Is Preaching ToC. He Is To Produce In The Faithful Wordvs. 9
Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 1 The PreacherSermon #3The Commission Of A God Called Preacher(Learning About Damaging Dilemmas)(Titus 1:10-16)Introduction: Titus was left at Crete by the Apostle Paul for two reasons and they are mentioned in verse 5of this first chapter. He is to set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders. Along the way ofdoing this, Paul warns Titus of some problems or dilemmas that need to be addressed.I. The Dilemma Of Deceitvs. 10-11(Titus 1:10) For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision:
A. Detailing of The DeceiversThere are times in the ministry when the preacher has to confront people and call them out. Here Paul shows usthat Titus was to call to mind these types of people who caused deception.1. They Are Perverse(unruly)These people who were deceptive in their ways had no rule over them and they were disobedient.2. They Are Profitless(Vain)These people who were deceptive were vain talkers, thus making their speeches of no real gain, making themprofitless.3. They Are Phonies(deceivers)These deceivers were fakes, they were phonies. God wants us to be in subjection to Him, speak as theoracles of God, and be real to both God and man.B. Dethroning Of The DeceptionsPaul writes to Titus and tells this young preacher that the mouths of these men must be 1. StoppedThis means that what was being said must not continued2. Shut UpThis means that what was being said must ceaseC. Destruction Of The Deceptions1. The Deceivers Ravage Housessubvert whole housesThey ruined the houses, literally turned the houses upside down.2. The Deceivers Ransack Housesfor filthy lucre’s sakeThey taught the people false things just for dirty moneyII. The Dilemma Of Degradationvs. 12-15A. The Report Of their Degradation(Titus 1:12) One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, The Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts,slow bellies.
1. The Commentary Of Their SinfulnessEpimenides, who was considered a prophet amongst them. See Laertius, and Cicero in his first book ofdivination. - Geneva Study Bible on Titus chapter 12. The Conduct Of Their Selfishness1) Liars(The Text Gives Us The Comments On Each Sin)(alway liars)2). Lewd (evil beast)3). Lazy (slow bellies) (fat)B. The Rebuke Of Their Degradation(Titus 1:13) This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith;1. Notice The Severity Of The RebukePaul says to rebuke them sharply, meaning that Titus was not be a coward, but have boldness in his rebuke2. Notice The End Of The Rebuke(Titus 1:13) This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith;The reasoning for the sharp rebuke that they would love the truth and not follow the falsehoods that crept in.C. The Realm Of Their Degradation(Titus 1:15) Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothingpure ; but even their mind and conscience is defiled.Realm or region of the sinfulness was that of the mind and it showed forth into their lives. This is true ofpeople in general, for what is truly on the inside will someday work it’s way out. The Christian should bringforth the fruits of righteousness in their lives, but there are times when we quench the Spirit of God and giveheed to the flesh.III. The Dilemma Of Delinquencyvs. 16A. The Declaration Of Their Delinquency(Titus 1:16) They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, anddisobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.Plainly the verse shows us that they say one thing and do another, sort of like a lot of us Christians.B. The Discrepancy Of Their Delinquency
in works they deny HimThere are many who in word and tongue profess to know God, and yet in their lives and conversations denyand reject him; their practice is a contradiction to their profession. -Matthew HenryC. The Disapproval Of Their Delinquency“Every time they are ‘put to the test’ on a truly good work, they fail the test.” Ruckman- Pastoral Epistles pg.405God wants us to be approved by Him. These men were not due to the fact that they were not savedindividuals, therefore it is impossible to please Him.Conclusion: The Text is about unsaved people but it sure does carry the saved man into thinking that he canmake an application to himself to watch what he does and to whom he does it for and for what reward. Thereare some things in this fight that we are in that are worth standing up and fighting for. We need address thewrongs that creep in and defile our churches. Pray that God would give the spiritual eyes to see any error thatcomes upon us.Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 2 The PeopleSermon #1The Example Of The Elderly MenTitus 2:2I). The Aged Men And Their DisciplineThe elder statesmen in local assemblies are to set the example for the younger men in many ways. Let’s seefrom these A). They are not drunks. (sober)This is not just sober-minded, but not a drinking of alcohol at all. Sober means not drunk.
B). They have dignity. (grave)The word grave is used here in the passage of Titus 2:2 and carries the meaning of dignity.These men are to display dignity (honor) but not just as an outward appearance, but they have it onthe inside as well.C). They are Discreet. (temperate)These men are under control and very moderate in all things.II). The Aged Men And Their DispositionDisposition is defined as the predominant or prevailing tendency of one's spirit; natural mental and emotionaloutlook or mood; characteristic attitude:A). Notice their love (charity)Charity is defined as love in action. They are to show forth the love that they have for people andnot just say it.B). Notice their longsuffering (patience) They are to have patience with the younger crowd,just like God has patience with us. Someone at some point in their life had patience with them.III) The Aged Men And Their DoctrineDoctrine is defined as a belief or teaching.A). They have a solid faithThese men know what they believe and why.B). They have a sure faithThese men have a faith that no matter what comes down the pike, they can rest assure in theLord to see them through.C). They have a sound faithSound here is being whole or wholesome. They are healthy.
1) Healthy Body2) Healthy BeliefTruths From The Book Of TitusSection 2 The PeopleSermon #2The Example Of The Elderly WomenTitus 2:3“The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not falseaccusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;”Introduction: The verse that we are going to deal is that of Titus 2:3. Godly women can be seen throughoutthe Bible. From Hannah to Mary, Anna to Priscilla. The Apostle Paul lays out some principles for the agedwomen in the church in order to lead the younger women along the way of godliness. Notice I). The Woman’s Attitude“behaviour as becometh holiness”A). She Displays Good BehaviourWebster 1828 Dictionary defines behaviour as this: Manner of behaving, whether good or bad;conduct; manners; carriage of one's self, with respect to propriety, or morals; deportment. It expressesexternal appearance or action; sometimes in a particular character; more generally in the common duties oflife; as, our future destiny depends on our behavior in this life. It may express correct or good manners, but Idoubt whether it ever expresses the idea of elegance of manners, without another word to qualify it. A goodway for a young woman who is trying to serve God is to see the example of godly women that arearound her. The Lord here shows us that the aged women are to show a behaviour that becomesholiness.B). She Demonstrates Godly BlessednessHoliness is what we all as Christians should try to attain to. As we live for God, we are to adhere to Hisword and live there by. Brother Webster again states this about holiness: The state of being holy; purity or
integrity of moral character; freedom from sin; sanctity. Applied to the Supreme Being, holiness denotesperfect purity or integrity of moral character, one of his essential attributes. 1. Applied to human beings,holiness is purity of heart or dispositions; sanctified affections; piety; moral goodness, but not perfect.She, the aged woman, is to set a godly example not only at the church house, but also in life outside thechurch.Not only can the younger women learn from the aged women in their attitude but notice II). The Woman’s Actions“not false accusers, not given to much wine,”A). She is not to be a slandererFalse accuser is a person who falsely accuses someone. False is defined as . Not true; not conformable tofact; expressing what is contrary to that which exists, is done, said or thought. A false report communicateswhat is not done or said. A false accusation imputes to a person what he has not done or said. A false witnesstestifies what is not true. A false opinion is not according to truth or fact. The word is applicable to anysubject, physical or moral.ACCU'SER, n. One who accuses or blames; an officer who prefers an accusation against another for someoffense, in the name of the government, before a tribunal that has cognizance of the offense. So thatconstitutes one as a liar, which is defined by Webster as:1. A person who knowingly utters falsehood; one who declares to another as a fact what he knows to be nottrue, and with an intention to deceive him. The uttering of falsehood by mistake, and without an intention todeceive, does not constitute one a liar.B). She is noted to be soberThe woman is not to be a drunkard. She is not given herself (bodily or spiritually) to the drink. Sober isdefined by Webster as Not intoxicated or overpowered by spiritous liquors; not drunken. The sot may at times be sober.It is estimated that of the 15.1 million alcohol-abusing or alcohol-dependent individuals in the United States,approximately 4.6 million (nearly one-third) are women (Taken from WILLIAMS, G.D.; Grant, B.F.;Harford, T.C.; and Noble, B.A. Population projections using DSM-III criteria: Alcohol abuse anddependence, 1990-2000. Alcohol Health & Research World 13(4):366-370, 1989.) That was 20 years ago.Imagine what it is now!!!Not only are the younger women to see a godly attitude and godly actions, Notice III). The Woman’s Application“teachers of good things”There are some things that the aged are to teach to the younger women. Her application is to teach the goodthings that were taught to her to a younger crowd.
A). Character of Her TeachingsObserve the word good. There is a lot of bad teaching going by the news media and sitcoms to lureour young ones away from following the Lord. But I believe if the older women lead by example and teachthe younger women the good things of the Lord, then this country could change, and that one family at atime.B). Content of Her TeachingsWhat follows is a list, a checklist if you will, of what the good things are that a godly woman shouldteach to her youngins and/or to the younger women in the church. They are from Titus 2:4-51). Alcohol free (sober v4)2). Affectionate (to love their husbands and children v4)3). Attentive (discreet v 5)4). Abstinent (chaste v 5)5). Attendant (keeper at home v 5)6). Admirable (good v 5)7). Agreeable (obedient v 5)Conclusion:There is a lot laying on the shoulders on the aged women in the church. By the grace ofGod, the principles that need to be followed, can and will be done. It is up to the older ones to step it up.Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 2 The PeopleSermon #3The Example Of The Elderly StatesmenThese things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.(Titus 2:15)I). The Lessons Of The Pastor“These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke ”
A). Speech That is StrongIn order for the preacher, to whom this verse is aimed at, to get what God wants for His people, this preachermust preach exactly what God says to preach. He is to do it in the power of the Holy Ghost and not with thewisdom of himself or of his own, fleshly power. The contents and principles of what this chapter holds canonly come to be fruitful when it is the leadership of God and not the preacher.B). Exhortation That Is SoftWould you like it if the preacher always yelled at you, but what he said was a word of encouragement?Sometimes it is how you say things and not what you say. Soft speech or gentleness can go a long way.C). Rebuke That Is SharpNow there are times when you have to really get into someone or you have to rebuke sin.II). The Leadership Of The Pastor“ with all authority ”A). The Preacher’s ChargeThe preacher is one that is looked to by his flock to lead and guide in this wilderness below. He is to haveauthority in his ministry. The Authorized King James 1611 Bible is the final authority from which thepreacher is preach and live and guide his live by and the flocks as well.B). The Preacher’s CharacterThis can be seen in Titus chapter 1 and verses 6-13. That is not all of the characteristics of the preacher, buta good model to go by.III). The Liking Of The Pastor“Let no man despise thee.”A). The Encouragement of Paul to TitusPaul wants Titus to know that in all these things do not let people put you down or think lowly of you justbecause he is preaching from the Book. We are not to be men pleasers but would anyone really want a leaderwho doesn’t preach with the authority that can help them? Why would you want all people to look down ordespise you? This also carries the thought that your preaching should not be that of harshness and rashness atall times. There is a time for that and a time to lift the people up.B). The Equipping of Paul to TitusIn these last 2 chapters Paul is arming Titus for the long haul. We need to be reminded that this walk of life
is not a sprint but a marathon.Conclusion:The people of today are a people that need someone to step up and give them a reality check. With T.V. andradio, and Internet telling the young and old alike that the old fashioned ways are out and you need this andyou need that, there has to be someone to stand in the gap for God and declare “Thus saith the Lord.”Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 3 The PracticalSermon #1The Grace Of God Towards Men Part 1Titus 2:11-12I). Definition of Grace“For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,”The word grace is defined, by Webster’s 1828 dictionary as: Appropriately, the free unmerited love andfavor of God, the spring and source of all the benefits men receive from him.But looking at the verse, this grace that has appearedA). Grace that has a bodyGrace personified is none other than that of the Lord Jesus ChristB). Grace that has brought somethingGrace brought salvation with it. Salvation apart from the Lord Jesus Christ is damnation“The grace of God,” says Luther, “is like a flying summer shower. It has fallen upon more than one land, andpassed on. Judea had it, and lies barren and dry. These Asiatic coasts had it, and flung it away.”II). Donation of Grace“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in himshould not perish, but have everlasting life.” - John 3:16Grace is free sovereign favor to the ill-deserving. - Benjamin WarfieldA). Greatest Giver is GodNone like the God we serve could outdo God when it comes to the subject of giving
B). Greatest Gift is God’s SonAll the gifts that man has given to each other on Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, or other occasionscombined scratches the surface of the gift that God gave to us in the person of His Son, the Lord JesusChrist. He, Jesus Christ, is God’s donated grace gift to us.III). Display of Grace“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the onlybegotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” John 1:14Titus 2:11 states the this grace hath appeared. This means that it was revealed to mankind. 1 John 1:1-2shows us that this Life was manifested.A). This Grace appeared to mankindOrthodox Jews today are still waiting for the Messiah to show up on this earth. As we can see from theBible, the Messiah, Jesus Christ, has already come and gone and is returning every shortly to take His ownout of this world. They missed Him. But for the grace of God, God is not done with the Jewish people.B). This Grace appeared for mankindHe came to take away something that mankind could not take away. He came to take away something thatthe blood of bulls and goats could not take away. This would be the sins of all humanity. He appeared formankind to hang on that cross for them. He hung on that cross for my sins that I could not take away bymyself.IV). Dominion of GraceDominion is defined in the 1828 Webster’s dictionary as:Sovereign or supreme authority; the power of governing and controlling.The dominion of the Most High is an everlasting dominion. Daniel 4.2. Power to direct, control, use and dispose of at pleasure; right of possession and use without beingaccountable; as the private dominion of individuals.God is in complete control of His grace and does not need us to tell us how He should use His grace.A). No Man Demands This GraceB). No Man Deserves This Grace
C). No Man Destroys This GraceD). No Man Dictates This GraceTruths From The Book Of TitusSection 3 The PracticalSermon #2The Grace Of God Towards Men part 2For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men. Teaching us that, denyingungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiarpeople, zealous of good works. These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no mandespise thee. (Titus 2:11-15)In chapter 2, we have seen that there are some lessons that need to be taught to certain groups of people.This passage before us is not exception. Paul is admonishing Titus that the grace of God has appeared to allmen and that it has taught us some principles to go by.I). The Characteristic LifeFor the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men. Teaching us that, denyingungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;The Life we now live after salvation is one that denies:A). The Ungodly LustsUngodly is defined as this in Webster’s Dictionary: “Sinful; contrary to the divine commands; as ungodlydeeds. Jude 4.”B). The Worldly LustsThe word worldly is defined by Webster’s 1828 Dictionary as: “Secular; temporal; pertaining to this world orlife, in contradistinction to the life to come; as worldly pleasures; worldly affairs; worldly estate; worldlyhonor; worldly lusts. Titus 2.”But we are to live:
1). Soberly2). Righteously3). GodlyThis example is an everyday life, not just on Sunday’s and Wednesday’s.II). The Coming LordLooking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;The Grace of God teaches you and I that the Lord Jesus Christ is coming backWe have aA). Blessed HopeThis is none other than the Rapture of the Church. The Lord promised He would come back in Acts 1, John14, 1 Thessalonians 4, Revelation 4, and 1 Corinthians 15. He is coming back. We have a lively hopebecause of the grace of God.B). Beautiful HomeBecause of the Grace of God, we have Heaven as our home. It is not a thought in our head, it is not just adreamy place, it is a real place where the Great God and Saviour will take us saved folk to.C). Benevolent HelperThe Great and Saviour Jesus Christ is the mode of Grace. He is Grace in the flesh. He died for our sins inour place to give us this grace and it’s blessings.III). The Conditions Of LaborWho gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiarpeople, zealous of good works.The Conditions for us to be a laborer for God isA) You Must First Be RedeemedB). You Must First Be ReconciledC). You Must First Be RegeneratedWe are a set apart people who are zealous of good works. The reason why we are zealous of good works isbecause of grace, because He saved us, He redeemed us and He is return for us soon. Do you know thisgrace whereof that I speak?
The work has been done on the cross. The blood has been shed. The price has been paid. The only thing leftis for the forgiveness to be received by you.I could offer to give you a hundred dollar bill by holding it out with my hand. But until you reach out andtake it from me, it will never be yours. The same is true with God's forgiveness. Until you receive it, it's notyours. (Kent Crockett, The 911 Handbook, Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2003, 55)Cannot add your worksIf you add your works to the cross, you subtract God's grace from the cross. Salvation is 100% grace. --KentCrockettTruths From The Book Of TitusSection 3 The PracticalSermon #3The Goodness Of God Towards MenTitus 2:14“Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiarpeople, zealous of good works.”I). Observe God’s DispensingThe word gave carries this meaning a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative inmost of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide application, properly or by implication, literal or figurative;greatly modified by the connection) :- adventure, bestow, bring forth, commit, deliver (up), give, grant,hinder, make, minister, number, offer, have power, put, receive, set, shew, smite ( with the hand), strike ( with the palm of the hand), suffer, take, utter, yield. Strong's Greek & Hebrew Dictionary.A). Who Gave?
God gave. The Giver of Life knew we were in trouble and knew that we could not help ourselves, that wecould not save ourselves. His motive for giving was that of LOVE. John 3:16, Romans 8:37, Ephesians 2:4,5:2, II Thess. 2:16, 1 John 4:10,11,19, Revelation 1:5.B). What was Given?In trueness it was God giving mankind of Himself. The Second Person of the Triune God, God the Son,came into this as a man, and died on a Roman Cross as our sacrifice and substitute. He alone could have thisfeat and not sinful man, for we are in and of ourselves sinners and headed for hell without hope and withoutGod. Until that day in history when God intervened. God was manifest in the flesh!!!! (1 Timothy 3:16,John 1:14)C). Who for?It was for you and I that the Lord God sent His only begotten in this world. It was for our sins that this HolyGod came and gave of Himself.II). Observe God’s DeliveringRedemption is defined by Webster as To purchase back; to ransom; to liberate or rescue from captivity orbondage, or from any obligation or liability to suffer or to be forfeited, by paying an equivalent; as, to redeemprisoners or captured goods; to redeem a pledge.It is also stated In theology, to rescue and deliver from the bondage of sin and the penalties of God's violatedlaw, by obedience and suffering in the place of the sinner, or by doing and suffering that which is accepted inlieu of the sinner's obedience.A). The Sinners RansomThe death and shed blood of the Lord Jesus Christ has bought the believer back from sin.B). The Sinners ReleaseThe moment a person believes on Christ, Christ literally washes him from his sins with His blood(Revelation 1:5), cleansing his soul from all sin (1 John 1:7), and supplying him with an eternal redemption(Romans 3:24; Hebrews 9:12). Furthermore, through Christ's redemption the saint has been completely freedfrom the curse of the law (Galatians 3:13), from all iniquity (Titus 2:14), and from his vain life (1 Peter 1:18).C). The Sinners Rescue
"When I was a pastor of a country church, a farmer didn't like the sermons I preached on hell. He said,'Preach about the meek and lowly Jesus.' I said, 'That's where I got my information about hell.'" --VanceHavner We were on our way to Hell until Jesus Christ stepped on the scene. He rescued us from Hell.People today want to hear about the goodness of God and they don’t want to hear about the wrath of God.III). Observe God’s Delighting“purifies unto himself ”God has certain characteristics that He wants His redeemed people to have A). Peculiar PeopleWe are to be different than the world and not like them.B). Passionate People1). Passionate about God’s Word2). Passionate about God’s WorkWe have let the world define greatness for us. Our society has built itself on the philosophy of the devilinstead of on the wisdom of God. As long as we believe Satan’s big lie that our lives are insignificant unlesswe are on top, we will live in constant state of dejection, worthlessness, and strife.To overcome this incorrect way of thinking, we must change audiences. Which audience are we trying toplease: people in this world, or God in heaven?(Kent Crockett, Making Today Count for Eternity, Sisters, OR: Multnomah Publishers, 2001, pp. 141-142)
Truths From The Book Of TitusSection 3 The PracticalSermon #4The Gathering of God Taking MenTitus 2:13“looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour JesusChrist;”One of the main principle beliefs of our faith is the return of The Lord Jesus Christ to get His saintsout of the earth. This is called the Rapture of the Church. All who are saved when He comes in the clouds(and the dead that are in Christ, in the grave) will be taken out of this world and taken up to be with theLord. This found in 1 Thessalonians 4, 1 Corinthians 15, Song of Solomon 2, and Revelation 4.We are here in this body of flesh right now and we go through the trials and tribulations that this world putsus through. But one of the things that keeps the child of God going is the promise of the Lord Jesus ChristHimself coming and receiving us unto Himself. This promise is found in John 14:1-3.In this message, let us see a few words that describe this return,I). The Return of ChristIt is an A). Expected ReturnHe said He was returning to take us home, and He will be back. God said it and that settles it.1). Trust His Word2). Receive His Word3). Believe H
Truths From The Book Of Titus Section 1 The Preacher Sermon #2 . They taught the people false things just for dirty money II. The Dilemma Of Degradation vs. 12-15 A. The Report Of their Degradation . and unto every good work reprobate. Plainly the verse shows us that they say one thing and do another, sort of like a lot of us Christians. .
