Titus 1:2

"Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s chosen ones and the knowledge of the truth which is according to godliness,"

Key Reflection

In this verse, Paul identifies himself as both a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, grounded in the faith of God's chosen people and the understanding of divine truth that aligns with righteous living. This dual identity underscores his role as both a faithful disciple and a messenger bringing the gospel to those who have received it with belief and integrity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 2. In hope of eternal life. Marg., for. Gr., ep elpidi. This does not mean that Paul cherished the hope of eternal life, but that the" faith of the elect," which he aimed to secure, was in order that men might have the hope of eternal life. The whole system which he was appointed to preach was designed to secure to man a Well-founded hope of salvation. Comp. See Barnes "2 Ti 1:10". Which God, that cannot lie. On the phrase, "cannot lie," see See Barnes "Heb 6:18". The fact that God cannot lie; that it is his nature always to speak the truth; and that no circumstances can ever occur in which he will depart from it, is the foundation of all our hopes of salvation. Promised.

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