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Titus 3 Part 2
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  • Titus 3 Part 2

    “Grace in How We Treat People”

    Titus 3:2

    Remind the People

    Being hateful
    Have you had someone say something you that was mean and hatful?
    We all have.
    It can make us feel bad anger
    Have you said anything that was mean and hatful.
    I said something to a nurse once.
    I wanted to hunt her down a apologize.

    Marriage/Home

    If there was ever a verse on how to treat one another in marriage.
    Keep it in the back of your mind
    Parent/Child
    We will address some practical tips
    Church
    We learned last week the world is watching.
    Job, neighbor etc.
    Whatever kind of relationship you can think of applies.
    Paul writes to Titus
    Titus 3:2 (MEV) — 2 [Remind the People] to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, but gentle, showing all humility toward everyone.
    Titus 3:2 MEV
    to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, but gentle, showing all humility toward everyone.
    This letter gives practical advice for daily living.

    “Speak No Evil” – Guard your Words.

    Your words reveal your heart.
    NIV Says “to slander no one”

    Βλασφημέω

    It means to revile; to blaspheme; to slander
    The verb = “to charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone.”
    This includes gossip, sarcasm, exaggeration, online comments, and “just telling the truth” with the wrong spirit.

    Why this is important

    Words can destroy trust faster than actions.
    James 3:8 NLT
    No one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison.
    James 3:9 NLT
    Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God.
    James 3:10 NLT
    And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right!
    Use this rule.

    Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it loving?

    We don’t win arguments by wounding people.

    But be Peaceable and Considerate

    The counter response
    This seems so simple
    We know it’s the right thing.
    But… It’s not what comes naturally
    It’s being contentious, quarrelsome, combative, argumentative, hot-blooded, gossip,
    The world is loud, angry, and reactive.
    God’s People are Different
    Not soft on the truth. (set you free)
    But strong on love.
    Romans 12:18 NIV
    If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

    Some Good Advice

    Not every disagreement needs a debate.
    Facebook
    Not every offense needs a response.
    Typing that angry text.

    Am I trying to win –

    Or am I trying to reflect Christ.

    Stop before you spew those words.

    Married Couples.

    Does wounding your spouse with words help?
    Does bringing up past failures help?
    Did you know you are disobeying God when you do that?
    Let’s have a little bible study
    1 Corinthians 13:4 NLT
    Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud
    1 Corinthians 13:5 NLT
    Love is not rude (disrespectful). It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged.
    1 Corinthians 13:6 NLT
    It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out.
    1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT
    Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
    Tragedy can strain a relationship.

    “Always be Gentle” – Strength under Control

    Not weakness
    Don’t misunderstand gentleness for weakness
    Matthew 5:5 ESV
    “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
    Fuel to the fire.
    Harsh, contentious words add fuel to the fire.
    When you have a wood fire going you don’t throw gasoline on it. You gently lay another log on the fire.
    “A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.”
    Proverbs 15:1 NIV
    A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
    Maybe a gentle word in that argument with your spouse, friend, neighbor, believer.
    Fruit of the Spirit
    Galatians 5:22–23 (NIV) — 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
    Galatians 5:22 NIV
    But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
    Galatians 5:23 NIV
    gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
    Being gentle and kind doesn’t make you a Christian or believer.
    It is sure evidence that you are one.
    Illustration
    Screaming at a referee.
    Tap on the shoulder “You’re the pastor of what church?”
    It was crushing.
    Maybe ask yourself.

    Self…

    Examine your heart.

    Let’s Talk to Lord

      • Titus 3:2MEV

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      • James 3:10MEV

      • Romans 12:18NIV2011

      • 1 Corinthians 13:4MEV

      • 1 Corinthians 13:5MEV

      • 1 Corinthians 13:6NIV2011

      • 1 Corinthians 13:7MEV

      • Matthew 5:5NIV2011

      • Proverbs 15:1NIV2011

      • Galatians 5:22NIV2011

      • Galatians 5:23NIV2011

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