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How did Paul describe himself in this letter written to Titus? vs. 1
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What is the reason that Paul serves the Lord in this way? vs. 1,2
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What characteristics of God did you learn in vs.1-2?
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What did God promise long ages ago but has now manifested at the proper time? vs. 2,3
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Paul was entrusted with the Words of Eternal Life in Jesus by commandment of the Lord. (vs.3) He is writing this letter to Titus. What does he call him? vs. 4
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What greetings does Paul give to Titus? vs. 4
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Why did Paul leave Titus in Crete? vs. 5
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What are the qualifications for an elder (or overseer) of the church? vs.6-9 - Name 19 things.
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The overseer (elder or pastor) must be able to refute those who contradict the Word because there are many rebellious men within the church. Name the characteristics Paul gives of them. vs. 10 - Name 7 things
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These men were upsetting whole families. Why did Paul say they must be reproved severely? vs.13,14
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Paul said that to the "pure", all things "are pure". What are things to the "defiled and unbelieving"? vs. 15
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Although the "defiled and unbelieving" profess to know God, what proves that they really do not know him? vs. 16
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As you think through the qualifications of a pastor and elders of a church body, do you feel the leaders in your church have these qualifications? Do you know them well enough to know what they have and don't have?
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Why do you think it is important for leadership to be held to such a high standard?
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Summarize this chapter and post a prayer if you would like.
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