Titus 1:5
The Scripture
(5) For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The chapter calls for the faithful to be trustworthy and upright, urging them to avoid greed, drunkenness, and sexual immorality. It emphasizes that a person's character is tested by their conduct and that the church must be guided by godly principles. The purpose is to strengthen the community by promoting godly living and unity.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
I Timothy 1:3Acts 2:11Acts 27:7Acts 27:12Acts 27:21I Chronicles 6:32Ecclesiastes 12:9Isaiah 44:7I Corinthians 11:34I Corinthians 14:40Colossians 2:5Acts 14:23
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