Sermons on Titos 1:15:

You Are What You Believe

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 25, 2015

If I determine that what the world teaches is the truth, I will believe like those in the world.

What is it that makes us who we are? What is it that defines us? What is it that leads us from one place in life to another? Titus 1:15-16 To the pure, all things are pure, but to those who are corrupted and do not believe, nothing is pure. In fact, both their minds and consciences are corrupt. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:28-29, Titus 1:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Usted Es Lo Que Usted Cree

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 25, 2015

Lo que una persona piensa que produce lo que ellos dicen y cómo actúan.

What is it that makes us who we are? ¿Qué es lo que nos hace quienes somos? What is it that defines us? ¿Qué es lo que nos define? What is it that leads us from one place in life to another? ¿Qué es lo que nos lleva de un lugar en la vida a otra? Titus 1:15-16 To the pure, all things are pure, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Guard Against Legalism Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

Legalism hinders the work of the true gospel of Jesus Christ and wreaks havoc with the spiritual lives of those affected by it.

We continue on in our series of messages through the New Testament book of Titus. It’s written by the apostle Paul to his protégé whose name is (anyone?). Paul has left Titus on the isle of Crete for a reason. Titus 1:5a – The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Problems In The Church That Must Be Stopped Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 13, 2017

A sermon examining certain troubles in the church that must be addressed.

Problems In The Church That Must Be Stopped Titus 1:10-16 Jesus is patient, forgiving, compassionate and merciful and for that we are thankful. But scripture proves that there are some things that He will not tolerate. In John Chapter 2, as the Passover drew nigh, Jesus and His disciples went to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Things In Order

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 24, 2015

To establish that the evangelist or minister is charged with "setting things in order and ordaining elders in every city and every church." This lesson discusses the characteristics of church leadership and clarifies the phrase: "the husband of one wife."

INTRODUCTION Outline 1. The Evangelist's Charge: "Set Things in Order" 2. The Eldership's Charge: "Hold Things in Order" 3. The Evil Teacher's Charge: "Get Things in Order" Introductory Remarks 1. Paul's work in Crete needed to be completed before he ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:4-16, 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Men Standing Firm Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 1, 2016

How was Titus going to "straighten out what had been left unfinished" in Crete? It was an evil land and he was only one man. How did God expect him to do such a daunting task?

How many of you have ever heard of a television show called “This Old House” (the majority raised their hands). It is a popular home improvement show that is now in its 36th season – that’s 36 years it’s been on TV. It’s popular because people are intrigued with ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Refuting False Doctrine Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Standing for truth

Titus 1:10-16 October 9, 2011 Turn with me this morning to the book of Titus, chapter 1. I trust that by now you have learned where the book of Titus in located - in the middle of the NT, right after 1 & 2 Timothy, and right before Philemon and Hebrews. This letter is written by the Apostle ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wanted: A Few Good Men…and Women! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 25, 2013

Let us like Paul and Titus become mentors of the young, unlearned and untaught. and support those who need it, nurturing them in the way of the LORD!

Titus 1:5-16 KJV 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: 6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly. 7 For a bishop must ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Tiptoeing Through The Tulips Here

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 15, 2012

Anyone can draw a crowd if they try hard enough, but it is something quite different to build a church (body) and have the Lord to call is successful. Surely God is calling more Titus's to follow this calling

Church Stewardship Titus 1 IL.: The old man had a habit of stepping out on his porch each morning and yelling "Praise the Lord". An athiest moved in next door and quickly became agitated. He would yell back, "there is no God'. One day the believer cried out, "Lord, help me. I have no money, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

To The Pure

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 2, 2013

To prove that we have been made pure and what to do with our purity.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we pure? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we have been made pure and what to do with our purity. IV. TEXT: Titus 1:15 (Amplified Bible) To the pure [in heart and conscience] all things are pure, but to the defiled and corrupt and unbelieving ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Are You Living Your Christian Life?

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020

Everything is pure to those whose hearts are pure. But nothing is pure to those who are corrupt and unbelieving, because their minds and consciences are corrupted.

“Everything is pure to those whose hearts are pure. But nothing is pure to those who are corrupt and unbelieving, because their minds and consciences are corrupted. 16 Such people claim they know God, but they deny him by the way they live. They are detestable and disobedient, worthless for doing ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Challenges For The Cretian Church Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 21, 2019

Immediately following his instruction for ordaining elders in each city, Paul revealed the great need to have elders in place within the churches - false doctrine, immorality, and idolatry. It was imperative the church be able to deal with the many challenges she faced.

Challenges for the Cretian Church Titus 1: 10-16 Following the charge to ordain elders in every city, and providing detailed instruction regarding the qualifications needed for an elder, Paul revealed the great need within Crete. The challenges facing the church there were many – thus affirming ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Must Be Silenced Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 14, 2021

In Titus 1:10–16, Paul first gives a general 1) description of false teachers in the church who are to be silenced (Titus 1:10–13a). He then specifies 2) What the reaction to those should be (Titus 1:13b–14) and 3) Evaluates their lives (Titus 1:15–16).

Titus 1:10–16. 10 For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision party. 11 They must be silenced, since they are upsetting whole families by teaching for shameful gain what they ought not to teach. 12 One of the Cretans, a prophet of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Other

Pick Your Elders Carefully (Titus 1:1-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 20, 2022

Great leaders can strengthen the church; bad leaders can really harm it. So some advice on things to look for, in picking great elders.

Today we start a new series on Titus. I'm going for the record here, in how little I say about the book before we jump in. Verse 1: (1) Paul, a slave of God. Now, an apostle of Jesus Christ, in accordance with the faith(fulness?) of God's chosen ones, and the knowledge of the truth-- ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Serving With Integrity And Passion Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 12, 2021

God placed it upon Paul's heart that the church in Crete needed to grow up to maturity. Titus had demonstrated that he was ready for the responsibility of organizing the churches in Crete; he would lead the people to avoid the Cretan worldview and the legalism of the Jews.

“Come, follow me.” The words resound with authority that could emanate only from the heart of God. My heart is tenderly touched each time I view a video clip that depicts the early disciple walking away from their known life to live according to a calling God places upon their lives. As the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational