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Context Of Titus In Paul's Life
- The Pastoral Epistles in the NT are not arranged chronologically, so Titus can come after 2 Timothy even though Paul dies soon after.
- Paul wrote Titus late in his ministry to instruct Titus to fix problems in Crete and equip local leaders.
Titus Left To Lead On Crete
- Paul left Titus on Crete to straighten out emerging churches just as he left Timothy in Ephesus.
- Titus reported back problems and Paul wrote instructions to help him restore order.
Cultural Diagnosis: Crete's Reputation
- Crete had an ancient reputation for dishonesty and poor morals which Paul cites to diagnose church problems.
- He uses that cultural reality to argue Christians must live distinct, truthful lives as a witness.