Placement in the Holy Bible:
- Seventeenth book of the New Testament
Author:
- Paul, who wrote this letter to provide guidance to Titus on church leadership and administration.
Intended Audience:
- Titus, who is the leader of the church in Crete, and all Christians interested in church leadership, true teachings, and proper conduct.
Purpose:
- To provide necessary guidelines for church administration and leadership.
- To confirm true teachings and oppose false teachings.
- To guide church members on principles of morality and proper conduct.
Key Themes:
- Church Administration and Leadership: Guidelines for church leadership, confirmation of qualifications, and rules for administration.
- True Teachings and False Teachings: Confirmation of true religious teachings and opposition to false teachings.
- Morality and Conduct: Personal morality, proper conduct, and guidance for church members.
Major Sections:
- Church Leadership and Administration (Chapter 1): Instructions on qualifications for church leadership and administrative roles.
- True Teachings and False Teachings (Chapter 2): Confirmation of true religious teachings and opposition to false teachings.
- Morality and Conduct (Chapter 3): Personal morality, proper conduct, and rules for the behaviour of church members.
Structure:
- Chapter 1: Guidelines for church leadership and administration, and confirmation of qualifications.
- Chapter 2: Confirmation of true teachings and opposition to false teachings.
- Chapter 3: Guidance on personal morality, proper conduct, and behaviour for church members.
Characteristics:
- Church Administration and Leadership: Clear guidelines and descriptions of qualifications for leadership and administration.
- True Teachings and False Teachings: Confirmation of true teachings and opposition to false teachings.
- Morality and Conduct: Moral guidance and rules for personal conduct and behaviour for church members.