Similar to his letters to Timothy, Paul writes a pastoral letter to Titus with words of encouragement. Titus was left in Crete to lead the church there that Paul established on one of his missionary journeys. Again, as in Timothy, there are instruction as to the qualifications of leaders in the church. There is also an interesting warning about the reputation of those living on the Island of Crete.
Impressions: Paul refers several times to the 'circumcision party', Jews who were adamant about emphasizing works to earn salvation. He warns Titus, as he did Timothy, to ignore these people and their teachings. Paul says "Their mouths must be stopped." The Old Testament was really ingrained in these people and they just could not get over the idea that the old rituals were no longer necessary.
Readability: 4 stars
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