Titus 3:1-2
What is written? (ESV)
Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.
What does it say?
Remind them [Christians in the church universal] to obey and be submissive to their authorities, ready for every good work. Don’t speak evil of anyone, avoid quarreling, being gentle and perfect courtesy to all.
What is its immediate context?
Paul’s letter of encouragement to a young preacher Titus. Much like his letters to Timothy, Paul instructs Titus regarding the different churches “in every town” (1:5) to which he was ministering. Also, like Timothy, he encourages Titus to “let no one [in the church] disregard” him (2:15).
How Titus 3:1-2 is applied across Bible answers
Is God active among nations today?
Paul instructs Titus to remind Christians to submit to their governing authorities, specifically demonstrating their faith through "every good work" to all mankind. [Implied here is the ultimate authority to which they submit - God.]
