Titus 1:5 Meaning
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:
Context Explained
3But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour;
4To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
5For 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:
6If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.
7For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre;
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Acts 14:23
Both verses discuss the appointment of leaders in the church.
1 Timothy 3:1
Both verses outline the necessity of appointing elders in the church.
Titus 2:15
Both verses emphasize the importance of sound teaching and leadership.
Source: Titus 1:5