Titus: The Man

Stephen expresses gratitude for the privilege of worshiping the Lord, emphasizing that it is not the Lord who is privileged by our worship, but rather we who are privileged to remember and worship Him. He reflects on the significance of being children of God, redeemed through Jesus Christ. Stephen discusses the life of Titus, a Greek companion of Paul, who played a crucial role in the early church. Despite not being mentioned in the book of Exodus, Titus was instrumental in defending the purity of the gospel during a critical time in Antioch. Stephen highlights the importance of spiritual growth and the need for believers to be living testimonies of the gospel. He emphasizes that true spirituality requires time and cannot be rushed. Stephen encourages believers to allow God to work in their lives, developing strong Christian character. He notes that Titus was eventually left in Crete to help establish churches, demonstrating his faithfulness and practical skills. Stephen concludes with a prayer for believers to be raised up by God to serve effectively in the church, emphasizing the need for humility and submission within the body of Christ.

• Gratitude for worshiping the Lord
• Privilege of being children of God
• Significance of Titus in the early church
• Importance of spiritual growth and living testimonies
• Need for time in spiritual development
• Titus's role in establishing churches in Crete
• Call for humility and submission in the church
• Prayer for believers to serve effectively