Title Lessons for each class
(Titus 2:1-10)
1. Lessons from Old Man and Woman
First, he gave a lesson about old men and women, and told them to 'be temperate, godly, and sober'. It is easy for older men to neglect their temperance, godliness, and sober life, as they become religiously slack in the matter of the near end of their lives. The racetrack to heaven never rests. In order to receive the crown, I must run to the end in running my course. We must strive to make today more perfect than yesterday and tomorrow than today. The outward man may decline, but the inner man must be renewed day by day. Although the body is getting old, the fruit of faith must be perfect.
In Psalm 73:26 it says, 'My body and my mind are withered, but God is the rock of my heart and an everlasting portion'. In Psalm 92:14, it is said that the righteous are like a cypress tree, 'When they grow old, they bear fruit, and they are full of sap, and their light is green, showing the uprightness of the Lord.' On the other hand, regarding older women, verse 3 says, “Be holy in conduct, not slanderers, not slaves to much wine, but teachers of what is good, instructing young women, loving their husbands and children, being sober, chaste, and doing household chores. Be good and be submissive to your husband.' It is said to be holy in deeds. You shouldn't lead a life that is messed up with lax thoughts just because you're old.
His conduct must be worthy of the Gospel so that no one can be blamed for it. I told you not to gossip. In general, it is often the case that old people injure others by passing on the words of others without any hesitation. I was told not to do such accusations. And he said that we should set an example in a position where we can teach good things rather than become a slave to alcohol who enjoys drinking. Not only that, he said that because older members usually hold the office of a priest and have a long history of religious life, they should teach young women well in faith.
2. Counsel to Young Men
3. Counsel to Servants
Next, Paul speaks of servants in verse 9 and below. At that time the church had many people from the lower classes, as was the case with servants. Servants told their superiors to obey and please them in everything. And he told his master not to speak against him, that is, not to resist, and not to eat away. I was only told to show good loyalty. The reason Paul taught Titus in this way was to make God's teaching shine in all things.
Conclusion: The Christian life teaches us that we should not dishonor God's teachings, do not obscure the light of the gospel, but rather be disciplined in everything and live an exemplary life in order to shine the truth of the gospel.