The Gospel on Display
May 18, 2014 Series: A Study Through the Epistle of Titus
Passage: Titus 2:9–2:10
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THE GOSPEL ON DISPLAY
(Titus 2:9-10)
May 18, 2014
Truth Point: Godly character makes the gospel look ______________.
I. GODLY CHARACTER (Titus 2:9-10).
A. THREE IMPORTANT CHARACTER QUALITIES
1. _______________________ to authority.
A submissive employee works with all his ________________ (Col. 3:23).A submissive employee carries out tasks even when he/she _______________________.A submissive employee submits to his/her employer in everything unless asked to do something that _________________ God’s Word.
2. _____________________ to authority.
3. _____________________________.
A trustworthy employee does not _____________.A trustworthy employee demonstrates the faithfulness of God through his/her ____________ and actions.
II. THE GOOD-LOOKING GOSPEL (Titus 2:10).
A. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OUR LIVES AND THE GOSPEL
1. Our manner of living influences how people _____________ God.
2. Our manner of living really ________________.
THE GOSPEL ON DISPLAY
Titus 2:9-10
Discussion Questions
1. There are only two kinds of slaves presented in Scripture. What are they? What kind of a slave are you?
2. Are you under authority? Whose authority are you under? What is your attitude toward that authority?
3. Discuss the godly characteristics in Titus 2:9-10.
Submission to Authority
- What does it mean to be submissive to authority?
- What does it not mean?
- How did Jesus model submission in his earthly ministry?
- How can you model submission in your sphere of influence?
Showing Respect to Authority
- What are some practical ways of showing respect to anyone in authority over you?
Trustworthiness
- Why is trustworthiness so important?
- What are some things you could do that would prove to be untrustworthy?
- How can you demonstrate trustworthiness to someone who is in a position of authority?
4. Spend some time talking about the relationship between your life and the gospel.
- How does your life influence the way people see God?
5. How can you make the gospel look good this week?
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