What Must Be Taught to Various Groups - Titus 2:1-15
Understand It
- How can older and younger Christians help each other? (2:2-8)
- Why should all Christians, whether old or young, be taught? (2:11-14)
- How did Paul emphasize the importance of teaching all Christians? (2:15)
Apply It
- What step can you take in the near future to learn from another more mature Christian?
Doing What Is Good - Titus 3:1-15
Understand It
- How does God want us to treat all people? (3:1-2)
- What changes when we believe in Christ? How? (3:3-7)
- Why is it important for us to do what is good? (3:14)
Apply It
- What is one way you can serve others in your home, place of work, or church this week?
There is a short introduction available for the book of Philemon. You can read it here.
Thanksgiving and Prayer - Philemon 1:1-7
Understand It
- What was always a part of Paul’s prayers? (1:4)
- What had Paul heard about the readers of this letter? (1:5)
- How did Paul pray for his audience? (1:6)
Apply It
- Who in your life needs a word of compliment or encouragement at this time?
Paul's Plea for Onesimus - Philemon 1:8-25
Understand It
- How did Paul describe his relationship with Onesimus? (1:10-11)
- Why was Paul sending Onesimus back to Philemon? (1:12-16)
- What response from Philemon did Paul anticipate? (1:20-21) Why?
Apply It
- What can you do this week to help other people settle their disputes or separation?
