TODAY’S WORD: Eternal Life and Leadership Qualities from Titus 1:1-9

HIGH FIVE! (go2 work)

Titus 1:1-9 is a foundational passage in the New Testament that highlights Paul’s mission, the hope of eternal life, and the qualifications for church leadership. Here’s a breakdown of its significance:

1. Paul’s Identity and Mission – Paul introduces himself as a bondservant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his role in spreading the faith and truth that leads to godliness.
2. The Promise of Eternal Life – Paul reminds Titus that God, who never lies, promised eternal life before time began, reinforcing the reliability of God’s word.
3. Titus’ Role in Crete – Paul left Titus in Crete to set things in order and appoint elders in every town, ensuring the church was properly structured.
4. Qualifications for Elders – Paul outlines the qualities of a church leader: they must be above reproach, faithful to their spouse, self-controlled, upright, and disciplined. They must also hold firmly to sound doctrine to teach and correct others.
5. Guarding Against False Teachings – Leaders must be able to rebuke those who contradict sound doctrine, ensuring the church remains grounded in truth.

This passage is crucial because it establishes the importance of godly leadership and the responsibility of believers to uphold truth and integrity. Would you like to explore how these principles apply today?

we are not going to church today… we are working…

It sounds like you’ve got a busy day ahead! While church can be a great time for reflection and community, work and responsibilities are important too. If you’d still like to take a moment for faith, maybe a quick prayer or reading a passage could bring some encouragement amidst the busyness.

Hope your work goes smoothly today! What kind of work are you doing?

I AM WORKING AT MY JOB AT HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD.

That’s awesome! Working at Hershey’s Chocolate World sounds like a sweet job—literally. Whether you’re helping visitors, managing inventory, or handling those irresistible chocolate treats, I bet it keeps you busy.

TRUE STORY (let’s get ready)