A Saved Community

August 10, 2014

Summary

Titus 3:8-15 | The Apostle Paul ends the book with an exhortation to avoid foolish controversies and divisions. What seems like a fairly obvious statement has proved quite difficult for the church to live out. We are called to a gospel focus, alerted to the sin of divisiveness and instructed by the apostle’s example.

1. Called: A Gospel Focus

  • Emphasize God’s work, Avoid controversy

2. Alerted: The Sin of Divisiveness

  • Divisiveness: Opposed to the purpose of the cross
  • Divisiveness: Pursue biblical reconciliation

3.  Instructed: The Apostle’s Example

for further discussion

Why is it so easy to emphasize controversy and avoid talking about God’s work?

How can Paul’s example lead us to repent of divisiveness?

Bible References

  • Titus 3:8 - 15
UA-163346721-1