Church Works — Titus 3:8–15
In the final verses of Titus, Paul ties together the themes of sound doctrine and good works. Pastor Brian Morris demonstrates how Paul ties in his themes of sound doctrine, guarding from false teaching and being devoted to good works.
This passage outlines three essential works of the local church:
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Church Instruction: Church Instruction ought to be influenced by what has been revealed by God, not by fantastical speculations and hidden knowledge.
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Church Discipline: Church discipline should protect the church from division and those who seek to lead her astray.
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Church Hospitality: Church hospitality should welcome those who come in the name of the Lord, meet their needs, encourage them to endure in good works, and send them back out filled up.
When the church is anchored in the gospel, it teaches truth faithfully, protects unity boldly, and extends hospitality generously—all flowing from what Christ has done for us.
