We will be adding to this study as the study progresses.
About Titus:
Titus was as Greek convert from Antioch and was a church planter much like Timothy. Paul describes him as a “true son.” He was likely a convert of Paul’s ministry during his visit to Cyprus (1:4).
As God’s faithful servant he traveled with Paul on his 3rd missionary journey (2 Corinthians 2:12, 13; 7:5-15; 8:6-24). Paul commends him for his love, for his steadfast faith, and for bringing comfort to God’s people.
After leaving Timothy in Ephesus, Paul accompanies Titus to Crete and left him there to establish the young church and set things in order.
Some say that Paul wrote this letter to Titus as early as AD 57 from Nicopolis, prior to writing 2nd Timothy. Others think he wrote this letter about the same time as he wrote 1st Timothy, around 62-63.
Paul wrote (1st and 2nd Timothy and Titus) to encourage their ministries among God’s people and give them further instructions to the churches he had planted.
The theme of Titus is that right living will always accompany right doctrine. Good words will flow from a solid understanding of God’s Word. In today’s culture, it is easy to say that we follow Christ, but our faith in him will be demonstrated by godly living. An understanding of truth will bring a demonstration of purity through our lives. Gods’ saving grace is the same grace that empowers us to live for Him.
The book of Titus reminds us that right beliefs should impact every area of our lives: family, relationships, work, and community.
May our right believing never excuse wrong living. And may our right living be evidence of our right believing. (Comments taken from the TPT commentary)