| Testament: | New |
| Description: | Titus is a pastoral letter written by the apostle Paul to Titus, who was leading the churches on the island of Crete. Paul provides instructions on appointing church leaders, addressing false teachings, and promoting godly living among different groups within the church. He emphasizes the importance of good works as an expression of genuine faith and the grace of God that leads to salvation. |
| Chapters: | 1 • 2 • 3 |
| Author name: | Paul |
| Written date: | AD 62-64 |
| Location: | Unknown |
| Genre: | Epistle |
| Chapter count: | 3 |
| Verse count: | 46 |
| Language: | Greek |
| Audience: | Titus |
| Theme: | Guidance for church leadership and sound doctrine |
| Key verses: | Titus 2:11-12; Titus 3:4-7 |
| Summary: | Titus is a pastoral letter written by the apostle Paul to Titus, who was overseeing the churches on the island of Crete. The letter provides guidance on appointing qualified church leaders, promoting sound doctrine, and living godly lives. It also emphasizes the transforming power of God's grace and the hope of eternal life. |
| Outline: | I. Greeting and Introduction (1:1-4)
II. Qualifications for Elders (1:5-16)
III. Sound Doctrine and Godly Living (2:1-15)
IV. Maintaining Good Works (3:1-11)
V. Personal Remarks and Conclusion (3:12-15) |