First Baptist Church, Somerville, NJ

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Created: 03 June 2019

The beginning of Titus 2:7 says, “In everything, set them an example by doing what is good…” It is easy to think about this verse in the context of a teacher or parent teaching a child or a pastor teaching the congregation. In life each of us are setting the example for someone. As teachers, learners, pastors, parents we are being encouraged by Titus to follow Christ example in teaching our children to love others unconditionally and to be a model of good deeds to believers and non-believers around us.

The book of Titus reminds us that our beliefs about God impact every decision we make in life. Sometimes it is difficult for believers today to see the importance of teaching sound doctrine about the person and nature of Christ. However, Paul made clear to young Titus that a church that teaches and preaches sound doctrine will see results in the lives of its people and community Not only will people be saved from their sins, but God’s grace will also motivate them to live out their faith and be an example of good deeds to others.

As Christian leaders we focus sometimes more on the form of Christian worship—music styles, lighting, and building designs—than we do on the content of the Christian faith in Christ. I would agree that the form of a church’s worship is vital to reaching the community for Christ. However, without a firm base of sound doctrine, the church will lay its foundation in shifting and sinking sand. Like Titus, we as Christians must make Christian doctrine a priority in our own life and everything we do in life. We congratulate all the 2019 graduates, and may they follow the example of Christ Paul said, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (1 Cor. 11:1).

Pastor Flemmings