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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

leadershiporganizationchurch

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