RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH

"A Church That Makes the Gospel Beautiful"

5/11/2025

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Sermon Series: Titus
Sermon Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

“But as for you…” Paul describes proper Christian living rooted in the gospel, which is in direct contrast to the behavior of the false teachers (1:10–16) but matches what real church leaders should do.

“Teach what accords with sound doctrine”- Titus (and the elders) are not to teach like the false teachers (for selfish gain, man-made commands, Jewish myths, etc.) but instead are to teach sound doctrine.

Faithful pastors must distinguish themselves from corrupt teachers by their message and their life. Titus must continually and consistently teach what is proper and aligns with sound doctrine. Sound doctrine will promote a healthy congregation. And ask, “Does my life match the gospel I profess?”

Titus 2 is about becoming the kind of people whose lives make others want to know more about Jesus. It is a picture of a healthy church that makes the gospel look beautiful to the world, “adorning the doctrine of God our Savior.”

Sound teaching is not just about avoiding heresy, but producing holiness.

This is not a laundry list of duties that we must do to earn God’s favor. They are not meant to be a burden. We do not manufacture these characteristics through our own willpower. These qualities are all different kinds of fruit that the gospel produces through the power of the Holy Spirit. This list should characterize all Christians who have been truly saved by Jesus. The life of the church is a living witness of the gospel.

Older Men: Be Spiritual Anchors in the Community (2:1-2)
Paul begins with older men (has to do with age and stage of life, not position of leadership), likely because they are expected to be examples and anchors of spiritual maturity in the church. The qualities listed are deeply counter-cultural in Crete, where the norm (according to 1:12) was laziness, gluttony, and dishonesty.

Be levelheaded - sober, free from intoxication, clear-headed, watchful, disciplined in thinking. Older men must model thoughtful, serious-minded discipleship instead of silliness.
Be reverent- “dignified”- worthy of respect, honorable in behavior and attitude. He is not a gloomy, but he carries himself with godly seriousness. It’s the same word used for deacons in 1 Tim. 3:8 to describe a man’s character that deserves respect.

Sermon Notes
Sermon Series: Titus
Sermon Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

Older Men: Be Spiritual Anchors in the Community (2:1-2)

Be ______________________
Be reverent
Be self-controlled
Be sound in the faith
Be ________________
Be patient

Older Women: Preserve God’s Design (2:3)

Be reverent
Be _________________
Be levelheaded
Be a _________________
- Teach younger women how to be a godly _______________.
- Teach younger women how to be a godly ________________.

Younger Women: Honor the Word (2:4-5)

Love your _______________
Love your _______________
Be self-controlled
Be pure
Be a _________________
- Prioritize _______________ and home.
- There is _______________ to work outside the home.
- Submit to God and spouse.
- Work with integrity and diligence
- Avoid _________________ others’ choices.
- Seek wisdom and _________________.
Be kind
Be subject to your husband

Younger Men: Show a Pattern that Silences Your Opponents (2:6-8)

Be levelheaded
Be a good example
Be sound in ______________
Be sound in ______________

Slaves: Adorn the Doctrine of God Our Savior (2:9-10)

Be _____________ for your superior.
Be pleasing in your spirit.
Be _____________ in your speech.
Be principled in your service.
Be public in your sincerity.
Be praiseworthy for your ________________.

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