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The Gospel on Display

May 18, 2014 Series: A Study Through the Epistle of Titus

Passage: Titus 2:9–2:10

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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