The letter affirms Paul’s instructions, telling Titus both what to do (1:5–16) and what to say (2:1–3:11). Being sound in doctrine and zealous for good works are twin themes that tie this short, powerful epistle together. In the book of Titus, Paul teaches that Christian doctrine and Christian living are to be sound (1:9, 13; 2:1–2, 8) because they are intimately tied together. Saved by grace means saved unto good works (1:16; 2:7, 14; 3:1, 5, 8, 14) because God’s grace leads
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