Titus 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. David guzik commentary on titus 1, in which paul challenges titus to appoint. Titus overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is the product of almost sixtyfive years of ministry and devotion to ones calling. While the gospel had no doubt spread to crete soon after peters sermon at. Book of titus overview insight for living ministries. The regeneration and renewing of believers by the holy spirit 3. This epistle of paul to titus is much of the same nature with those to timothy. When we realize the mercy and grace of god toward us, the result is peace. Epistle of saint paul to titus chapter 1 what kind of men he is to ordain priests.
Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men. Titus 1 commentary english annotations on the holy bible. The phrase he saved us specifically implies that god is the source of salvation, a theme common throughout scripture. Paul wrote his letter to titus from nicopolis in ad 63, after the apostles release from his first roman imprisonment. Read and study titus, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. Titus is not mentioned once amid pauls companions in the acts. Titus 2 commentary english annotations on the holy bible. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. The most popular bible verses from titus found 46 verses titus 3. Dec 10, 20 an unscripted versebyverse bible study on the book of titus.
The book of titus teaches cretan believers how to live godly lives in their sinful society. The only firm rock upon which salvation, church, or life can be built is the rock of god and. There can be a temptation to read books or commentaries about the bible rather than reading the bible itself. Paul wrote the book of titus to his friend, called titus. Paul addresses the recipient as titus, a fellow missionary. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. The precise date of the letter and who bore it to titus are not known. Titus was, as was timothy also, a close coworker of the apostle paul. Commentary for titus 1 this epistle chiefly contains directions to titus concerning the elders of the church, and the manner in which he should give instruction. Paul left titus on the island of crete for a special task. Titus was to go on in settling what the apostle himself had not time for, in his short stay there.
The testimony of church history also provides overwhelming support that paul is the author. So, paul told titus to appoint a leader for the church in each town. Read titus commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. There is no mention of titus by name in the book of acts, but we can glean much about him from the epistles of paul.
Study titus using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The epistle to titus was written in approximately a. Titus summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of titus for bible study or sunday school lessons. Verse 5 is part of a poetic stanza covering verses 47. God had given messages to the prophets in the old testament. As timothy could have been a real child of the apostle, so could have titus in respect of their age difference. Titus is one of three pastoral epistles written by the apostle paul, along with 1 timothy and 2 timothy. Paul, a bondservant of god and an apostle of jesus christ, according to the faith of gods elect and the acknowledgment of the truth which accords with godliness. A free bible translation and commentary on pauls letter to titus in easyenglish. This commentary explains the things that are clear in the song. Titus 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible.
For this reason one has concluded and maybe rightly so that titus was a brother of luke, the author of the acts of the apostles. Titus 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this volume commentary on the bible is highly regarded for his very prudent and judicious expositions. The book of titus is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. The epistle of titus from the holy bible king james version kjv authorisedauthorized version book 56 please note we have slowed the speed of the original by 3%, so this speed and. See also inductive bible study observation observe with a. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Commentaries, history books, and more are linked to this page. This commentary deals with the bible text like a picture in words about gods love. He was with paul and barnabas during the council of jerusalem ac 15.
The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 66 a. Read titus commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. Titus was sent to crete, to superintend the preaching of the gospel throughout. Titus 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Each leader must be a good man, who is kind, holy and. So, it probably happened after paul had been a prisoner acts 28. Upon leaving timothy in ephesus to minister there, paul accompanied titus to the island of crete, where he intended titus to lead and organize the islands churches in their early years of existence. That is, preach those things which agree with that doctrine which is sound, and which tendeth to make others sound in the faith, and in a holy life. Those eight books are now combined into the onevolume bridgeway bible commentary, which is a companion in size, style and format to the bridgeway bible dictionary, an a to z of biblical information. Titus 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on.
We conclude that titus got converted through paul as the apostle calls him my own son after the common faith titus 1. Paul, a servant of god, and an apostle of jesus christ, according to the faith of gods elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness. Bible students disagree about the meaning and purpose of this book. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the holy spirit, titus 3. Kjv bible verses from titus offer free, online access, for those of the christian faith, to study scriptural passages for biblical studies, contained in the words.
Gods love and grace transforms their lives, and they can then share the gospel with the world. Books of the bible explained scripture by scripture. This is one of four pauline epistles written to individuals rather than to congregations the other three being 12 timothy and philemon. This was the business of evangelists in which office titus was, to water where the apostles had planted, furthering and finishing what they had begun. Books about the bible can be helpful, but we encourage everyone to spend the majority of their time becoming familiar with the bible text itself. We hope that you find the titus summary from the kjv bible chapters and verses helpful to your bible studies and for references as a guide to further reference to the book of titus.
Matthew pooles commentary on the holy bible book of titus. Does any man inquire what is the duty of a gospel minister. An unscripted versebyverse bible study on the book of titus. Within this bible you can access bible commentary, history, helps, sermons, and more. Titus overview maclarens expositions of holy scripture. Nov 18, 2012 this is the holy book of titus, known as the epistle of paul to titus. Titus with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. In some bibles a subscription to the epistle may show that paul wrote from nicopolis in macedonia. It may well form the creed, system of ethics, and text book of every christian preacher. Study guide for titus by chuck smith blue letter bible. This is the holy book of titus, known as the epistle of paul to titus. Matthew pooles commentary on the holy bible book of titus annotated kindle edition by matthew poole. Therefore, titus had pauls authority to do the work.
Study the bible online using commentary on titus and more. Commentary on the book of titus relevant bible teaching. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the holy spirit niv. The eight handbooks were dedicated to people who, in different ways, had a significant influence in my life and ministry. The immediate occasion of the letter was to tell titus that paul had meant to send artemas and tychicus to replace him at crete, and to instruct titus to come to him at nicopolis 3.
Commentary on the book of titus by matthew henry new. Watch our overview video on the book of titus, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Book of titus matthew henrys bible commentary concise. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary lea, thomas, griffin, hayne p. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. The subtitle critical, doctrinal, and homiletical aptly describes the threepronged approach to the biblical text. Send him to the second chapter of the epistle to titus for a complete answer.
Titus 1, new international version niv the bible app. Titus, bible courses, bible study guides, bible study questions, books of bible, english. Book of titus in the bible, epistle to titus commentary bible. This translated version of the german text is often considered by many to be superior to the original. Over the years i have been asked if i had any other books of the bible that are explained like the one for the book of revelation which took a. Titus 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. He most likely wrote to titus in response to a letter from titus or a report from crete. Titus commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. An exegetical and devotional commentary related media. Study titus 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Read the book of titus from the bible with full chapters, highlighted popular verses, and helpful bible commentary for studying scripture.
Titus free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. There were many churches on crete, but these churches did not have leaders. Instruction concerning elders in the church titus 1. Titus 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this. The apostle paul deserves our attention as we look to the bible for instruction on how to live a life pleasing to our lord. Read titus 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. A powerful commentary on titus and a free book logostalk. We can learn what we should avoid as well as that which we. In august of 2001 he was diagnosed with lung cancer and on august 29th, 2002 he went home to be with the lord. However, in this epistle to titus, one of his last, the blessed hope still possesses. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. Langes commentary on the holy scriptures has served as a standard reference for more than a century.
Titus commentary john gills exposition of the bible. How to love god with all your heart by keith simons. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. See a proof here of christs deity, for by him was the gospel committed to paul. This is, in my opinion, the best and most beautiful recording of. This summary of the book of titus provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of titus. Does jesus contradict the old testament on polygamy. It may sound like a huge commitment to read through a book of the bible ten times, but for. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading matthew pooles commentary on the holy bible book of titus annotated.
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