Tit 1:1 Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; Paul was one of the elect chosen by God for this ministry. (Romans 1:1). His work was to proclaim faith to those who were chosen by God, and teach them the truth of the Word and how to live Godly lives.

Tit 1:2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; This truth gives them confidence that they may have eternal life, promised before the world began. (2 Timothy 1:9).

Tit 1:3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour; Paul was commanded by God to reveal His message to everyone. This work was entrusted to Paul by our Lord. (1 Timothy 1:1). 

Tit 1:4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. Paul writing to Titus, his Spiritual son in the faith. (Not physical). We could consider Timothy another spiritual son of Paul in the faith. (Timothy had a special place in Paul's heart).

Tit 1:5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: Paul left Titus on the island of Crete to complete the work their that needed to be done. (The island of Crete was 140 miles long and about 40 miles wide).

Tit 1:6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly. An elder must live a blameless life. Be faithful to his wife, and his children must be believers who won't have a rebellious nature. (An elder must have everything in order in his own household).

Tit 1:7 For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre; An elder is like a manager of God's household, so he should live a clean life. Not arrogant or quick tempered, not a heavy drinker, violent, or dishonest with money. (Ephesians 5:18, 1 Timothy 3:3, 3:8, 1 Peter 5:2).

Tit 1:8 But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; He must enjoy sharing the faith with people, and love what is good. (He should live a devout and disciplined life).

Tit 1:9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. He must have a strong and firm belief and be able to encourage others with teachings of truth. He is to show them were they went wrong, or were deceived. (2 Timothy 2:25). Gently instruct and refute those who oppose the truth and perhaps God will change their heart.

Tit 1:10 For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision: Many false teachers and rebellious people who will engage in useless talk and deceive others. (Those who claim to know God's Word). "Don't listen to man, listen to God."

Tit 1:11 Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake. These false teachers need to be silenced because they turn families away from the truth; mostly for the money. (1 Timothy 6:5, 2 Peter 2:1-3). You silence false teachers with the truth of God's Word.

Tit 1:12 One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, The Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies. Even one of their own prophets (Epimenides) from Crete, calls the people of Crete liars, cheats, cruel, and lazy gluttons.

Tit 1:13 This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith; Paul is saying that the Cretans are really like this. Paul's advice is to rebuke the enemy with sound doctrine. The job of a teacher, or Pastor, is to protect the flock. (1 Timothy 4:6).

Tit 1:14 Not giving heed to Jewish fables, and commandments of men, that turn from the truth. Quit listening to traditions of men, false doctrines, and old wives tales. (2 Timothy 4:4). They reject the truth and chase after myths and traditions. Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for the same thing. Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, as the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do. And he said unto them, Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition. (Mark 7:7-9). Their are certain denominations today that even have the audacity to change God's ten commandments. "You know who they are."

Tit 1:15 Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled. Everything is pure to those who have a pure heart. However, nothing is pure to those who are corrupt and unbelieving. Their minds and conscience are totally corrupt.

Tit 1:16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate. Many people claim to be Christian and to know God, but they deny Him by the way they live. (They talk the talk, but do not walk the walk). If you claim to be Christian, follow Gods Word, not mans earthly lust for the world.

Tit 2:1 But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: The word is "sound doctrine" healthy and uncorrupt." (2 Timothy 1:13). Listen to doctrine that "lines" with the Word of God, not false teachings and traditions of men.

Tit 2:2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. The older men should have self-control, so they are worthy of respect. They should live wisely and have sound faith, filled with love and patience. (1 Timothy 1:5).

Tit 2:3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things; In the same way, the older women should live in a way to honor God; not false accusers. This word "accusers" is "diabolos" Strong's G1228 meaning a traducer, false accuser, devil, slanderer. i.e. a gossiper. Yes, we know women like to gossip, but there are men out there that are worse than the women when it comes to gossip.

Tit 2:4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, The older women are to become teachers to the younger women. Teach them to be wise and love their husbands and their children.

Tit 2:5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed. The women should live wisely and be pure; to work in their homes, to do good, and be submissive (stand by their man), so they will not bring shame to the Word of God. (1 Timothy 2:11-12). Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection. (1 Timothy 2:11). This simply means to learn quietly and humbly. (Be silent when the Word is being taught, and don't be a bunch of gossipers).

Tit 2:6 Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded. In the same way, teach the young men to live wisely. (Practice self control and curb one's passions). 

Tit 2:7 In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity. Be honest and sincere in what you do. (Don't be a church player like the hypocrites). Make a good impression towards others.

Tit 2:8 Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you. Always teach the truth so that your teaching can't be criticized. (Philippians 2:14-16). Set a good example in what you teach, and the way you teach.

Tit 2:9 Exhort servants to be obedient unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not answering again. Don't always complain when you are asked to do something. When you work for someone, do what they ask and do it to the best of your ability. 

Tit 2:10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. Don't embezzle or steal, and be entirely trustworthy. This will make God's Word more appealing to others when you have good credibility.    

Tit 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men. God's grace has been revealed bringing salvation to all. (1 Timothy 2:4).  

Tit 2:12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world. Turn from all the sinful living and ways of the world. Live clean straight lives and live with wisdom in this world. (1 John 5:19). The ways of this world are under Satan's power. (Lying, cheating, scamming, usury, sexual perversion etc).

Tit 2:13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Look forward to the second advent and the return of Christ. "It is coming soon."

Tit 2:14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Jesus Christ gave His life for us, so that we can accomplish everything in this life, as it pertains to the will of God. He freed us from every kind of sin and bondage, to cleanse us, and make us His very own people. (Totally committed to doing good deeds).

Tit 2:15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee. These things need to be taught to encourage the believers to carry them out. (Never let anyone enter your life with false doctrine). Stand against false teachings just like Christ did.