The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to
TITUS
TITUS, a young pastor, faces the unenviable assignment of setting in order the church of Crete. Paul writes advising him to appoint elders, men of proven spiritual character in their homes and businesses,to oversee the work of the church. But elders are not the only individuals in the church who are required to excel spiritually. Men and women, young and old each have their vital functions to fulfill in the church if they are to be living examples of the doctrine they profess. Throughout his letter to Titus, Paul stresses the necessary, practical working out of salvation in the daily lives of both the elders and the congregation. Good works are desirable and profitable for all believers.
This third Pastoral Epistle is simply titled Pros Titon. "To Titus." Ironically, this was also the name of the Roman general who destroyed Jerusalem in A.D. 70 and succeeded his father Vespasian as emperor. King James Version, The Bible.
Day 17
According to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of
regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out
on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior.
Titus 3: 5 - 6
It's a gardener's dream--a slow, steady, soaking rain. The kind of rain that sinks in, rather than runs off. Rain that gently, but thoroughly, washes off the dust and grime from eve and makes each plant's colors more vibrant and beautiful than before. Rain that hits the earthry leaf, every petal, and makes each plant's colors more vibrant and beautiful than before. Rain that hits the earth with purpose, steady streaming down--deep down--to the roots of every garden plant. Life--giving, life--sustaining rain.
A steady, soaking rain--that's the picture my mind paints as I consider today's Bible verse. I invite you to step into the picture, too.
Can you see yourself? Hesitantly removing your shoes. Your bare toes stepping out onto the grassy garden path. Catching the clear, cool water drops with your tongue. Laughing as streams of mercy wash across your nose and cheeks. Twirling, then dancing in the rain--rejoicing in God's forgivness and grace. Kicking up water drops with joy, knowing that you are clean--righteous because of your Savior, Jesus. Jumping and splashing in water puddles with wild abandonment.
God, your good Gardener, sees you. And as He watches your joyful dance, He smiles.
Prayer suggestion. Write a personal prayer of praise to your Lord today. Thank Him for His gift of forgiveness and salvation through Jesus. </145494>
TITUS
TITUS, a young pastor, faces the unenviable assignment of setting in order the church of Crete. Paul writes advising him to appoint elders, men of proven spiritual character in their homes and businesses,to oversee the work of the church. But elders are not the only individuals in the church who are required to excel spiritually. Men and women, young and old each have their vital functions to fulfill in the church if they are to be living examples of the doctrine they profess. Throughout his letter to Titus, Paul stresses the necessary, practical working out of salvation in the daily lives of both the elders and the congregation. Good works are desirable and profitable for all believers.
This third Pastoral Epistle is simply titled Pros Titon. "To Titus." Ironically, this was also the name of the Roman general who destroyed Jerusalem in A.D. 70 and succeeded his father Vespasian as emperor. King James Version, The Bible.
Day 17
According to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of
regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out
on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior.
Titus 3: 5 - 6
It's a gardener's dream--a slow, steady, soaking rain. The kind of rain that sinks in, rather than runs off. Rain that gently, but thoroughly, washes off the dust and grime from eve and makes each plant's colors more vibrant and beautiful than before. Rain that hits the earthry leaf, every petal, and makes each plant's colors more vibrant and beautiful than before. Rain that hits the earth with purpose, steady streaming down--deep down--to the roots of every garden plant. Life--giving, life--sustaining rain.
A steady, soaking rain--that's the picture my mind paints as I consider today's Bible verse. I invite you to step into the picture, too.
Can you see yourself? Hesitantly removing your shoes. Your bare toes stepping out onto the grassy garden path. Catching the clear, cool water drops with your tongue. Laughing as streams of mercy wash across your nose and cheeks. Twirling, then dancing in the rain--rejoicing in God's forgivness and grace. Kicking up water drops with joy, knowing that you are clean--righteous because of your Savior, Jesus. Jumping and splashing in water puddles with wild abandonment.
God, your good Gardener, sees you. And as He watches your joyful dance, He smiles.
Prayer suggestion. Write a personal prayer of praise to your Lord today. Thank Him for His gift of forgiveness and salvation through Jesus. </145494>
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