This week, we will read Chapter 1 each day and answer the specific questions for that day.
Day 1:
▲ Make a general summary statement/paraphrase of what you think this chapter is about.
Day 2:
↑ What does this teach me about God?
Day 3:
↓ What does this teach me about man/humanity?
Day 4:
† What does this teach me about Christ (or how does this point me to Christ?
Day 5:
✓How can I apply this to my life?
Questions to consider for application:
How can we ensure that our actions align with our profession of faith, as mentioned in verse 16?
How can the principles in Titus 1 guide us in dealing with false teachings in the digital age?1
Day 6/7:
Use the extra day to check cross-references, look up any word definitions you may want to understand better, and check study notes and commentaries to see how your interpretation compares to what others have said.
→ Challenge:
Continue memorizing Titus 3:3-7
Accountability Questions:
Did my words contain more complaining or thanksgiving?
Have I been a testimony this week to the greatness of Jesus with both words and actions?
Options to Go Deeper:
Lovers of Good | Eyes of Hope in a World Gone Bad (article based on Titus 1:7-8)
Spoken Gospel Devotional: Titus 1 (Read or watch)
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we learn about qualifications for church leaders, we pray for ours. Thank you for their faithfulness and integrity. We ask that you strengthen and guide them as they lead and guide us. Bless them and protect them. Please cultivate godly character in our own lives, that we may be godly representatives of you. We ask for wisdom and discernment to recognize and stand against false teachings in whatever arena—podcasts, books, online teachings, etc. May we have a deep commitment to understanding and living out sound doctrine, both in our personal lives and in our church community.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Blessings 🤍
