Titus 2:7 NIV

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Titus 2:7

In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works - Not merely teaching others, but showing them by example how they ought to live. On the word rendered “pattern” (τύπον tupon, type), see the Hebrews 9:5 note; 1 Corinthians 10:6 note; Philippians 3:17 note.In doctrine - In your manner of teaching; notes, 1 Timothy 4:16.Showing uncorruptness - The word here used does not occur elsewhere in the New Testament. It means, here, the same as purity - that which is not erroneous, and which does... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Titus 2:7-8

Titus 2:7-8. In all things In all these and other respects not here mentioned; showing thyself a pattern of good works Of every thing amiable and excellent; of every disposition and practice which thou enjoinest to others. Titus himself was then young. In doctrine Or in thy teaching, namely, in public; uncorruptness As to the matter of it; or without any mixture of error; gravity Or seriousness, as to the manner of delivering it; weightiness, solemnity; sound Or wholesome; speech... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Titus 2:1-10

2:1-3:15 CHRISTIAN BEHAVIOUR AND ITS BASISDifferent people in the church (2:1-10)The best way to resist wrong teaching is to give positive instruction in Christian doctrine and its moral application. This will produce spiritual growth and right behaviour in all groups alike, regardless of age or social background. Older men, for instance, should set an example of a well balanced Christian life (2:1-2). Older women also should be a good example. If their lives are free of such bad habits as... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Titus 2:7

In. App-104 . shewing . Greek. parecho . Elsewhere, offer, give, minister, &c. pattern . Greek. tupos . See John 20:25 . good works . See Titus 1:16 . doctrine . See Titus 1:9 . uncorruptness . Greek. adiaphthoria . The texts read aphthoria . Only here. gravity . he. semnotes . ' Elsewhere, 1 Timothy 2:2 ; 1 Timothy 3:4 . The adjective in Titus 2:2 . sincerity . The texts omit. read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Titus 2:7

in all things showing thyself an ensample of good works; in thy doctrine showing uncorruptness, gravity,This entire verse reiterates instructions already given to others, above; but here is the additional thought that Titus is to exemplify in himself the conduct, demeanor and virtues enjoined upon others. As Gould well said, "It is evident that Paul is as fully concerned with Titus' teaching as with his conduct."[25]Gravity... See under Titus 2:2. read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Titus 2:7

Titus 2:7. In doctrine shewing uncorruptness, &c.— Speaking nothing but the genuine truth; and let it be attended with a gravity in declaring it, proportionable to its importance, and proceed from sincerity of heart. read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Titus 2:7

7. In—with respect to all things. thyself a pattern—though but a young man thyself. All teaching is useless unless the teacher's example confirm his word. in doctrine—in thy ministerial teaching (showing) uncorruptness, that is, untainted purity of motive on thy part (compare :-), so as to be "a pattern" to all. As "gravity," c., refers to Titus himself, so "uncorruptness" though, doubtless, uncorruptness of the doctrine will be sure to follow as a consequence of the Christian minister being... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:1-11

C. The conduct of the saints 2:1-3:11Having specified the type of men qualified to lead the church, and having pointed out the deficiencies of certain unqualified leaders, Paul turned to discuss the conduct of individual Christians in the churches. He dealt with these instructions by dividing them up among various groups in the church and then reemphasizing what proper behavior for all saints looks like. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:1-15

1. The behavior of various groups in the church 2:1-15To establish order in the church Paul gave Titus instructions concerning the behavior of various groups of Christians that was appropriate for them (cf. 1 Timothy 5:1-2). This involves pastoral oversight."Paul here stresses the importance of building up the inner life of believers as the best antidote against error." [Note: Hiebert, "Titus," p. 435.] "No condition and no period of life is to remain unaffected by the sanctifying influence of... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:6-8

Young men 2:6-8The same principles apply to the behavior of young men. The age range for the older men and women would have been about 40 and up in that culture, and that of the younger would have been between about 20 and 40. [Note: Towner, The Letters . . ., p. 730.] Since Titus was one of the younger, Paul addressed him personally. They should also be sensible (Gr. sophronein; self-controlled, Titus 2:2; Titus 2:5-6) and a good example (pattern) of good deeds (1 Timothy 4:15-16)."Since young... read more

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Titus 2:7

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Titus 2:7-8

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Titus 2:1-10

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Titus 2:7

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Titus 2:7

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Titus 2:7

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Titus 2:7

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:1-11

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:1-15

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Titus 2:6-8

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