Titus

Titus is a pastoral epistle focused on establishing strong, doctrinally sound churches in Crete. Paul instructs Titus on appointing qualified elders (Titus 1:5–9), teaching sound doctrine, and modeling godly behavior among different groups (older men, women, young believers). Central themes include church leadership, grace-fueled living, and good works as evidence of salvation. Titus blends pastoral urgency with doctrinal clarity, reinforcing the church’s role as a pillar of truth in a morally compromised culture.

Author: Paul – Apostle to the Gentiles and Mentor to Titus
Paul, seasoned missionary and theological architect of the early church, writes to Titus, a trusted Gentile co-worker. Entrusted with organizing the churches in Crete, Titus receives Paul’s guidance on leadership development, doctrine, and moral integrity. Paul’s deep concern for sound teaching and upright living permeates the letter.

Time Period:

• Biblical: After Paul’s first Roman imprisonment, during a time of regional church planting.

• Scholarly: Likely written circa AD 63–65, between the writing of 1 Timothy and 2 Timothy.