Titus 2:7

2:7 showing yourself to be an example of good works in every way. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,

Titus 2:1

Conduct Consistent with Sound Teaching

2:1 But as for you, communicate the behavior that goes with ¹  sound teaching.

Titus 3:4

3:4 ²  But “when the kindness of God our Savior and his love for mankind appeared,

Titus 3:8

Summary of the Letter

3:8 This saying ³  is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, ⁴  so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people.

Titus 3:11

3:11 You know ⁵  that such a person is twisted by sin ⁶  and is conscious of it himself. ⁷ 

Philippians 4:8

4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, ⁸  whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.

¹ tn Grk “say what is fitting for sound teaching” (introducing the behavior called for in this chapter.).

² tn Verses 4-7 are set as poetry in NA²⁶/NA²⁷. These verses probably constitute the referent of the expression “this saying” in v. 8.

³ sn This saying (Grk “the saying”) refers to the preceding citation (Titus 3:4-7). See 1 Tim 1:15; 3:1; 4:9; 2 Tim 2:11 for other occurrences of this phrase.

⁴ tn Grk “concerning these things.”

⁵ tn Grk “knowing” (as a continuation of the previous clause).

⁶ tn Grk “is perverted and is sinning.”

⁷ tn Grk “is sinning, being self-condemned.”

⁸ tn Grk “brothers.” See note on the phrase “brothers and sisters” in 1:12.